Almost there
unilateral and pulsating headache, photophobia, pain worsens with activity, the headache can last up to 72 hours
A patient with Multiple Sclerosis who has worsening muscle spasticity and tremors would need what type of drug?
antispasmodic such as baclofen
A patient with Multiple Sclerosis must be instructed to
avoid overexerting, stress, and extreme hot or cold temps
a patient with a spinal cord injury at the level of T5 might experience what type of complications
would be considered as paraplegic the trunk and legs affected. Would need to assess for bladder issues, the arm and had are intact, the person can use a manual wheelchair
The first concern for a client with a cervical spinal cord injury is
airway
When a patient cannot help move from the bed to the wheelchair a piece of equipment which would benefit the patient is
a sliding board
A patient who has had a spinal cord injury for years would be at risk for
osteoporosis
The reason for rehab for a paraplegic patient would be
to prevent further disability and to maintain or improve functional ability
What is a member of the team the nurse would want to ensure was on board with a spinal injury patient
occupational therapy
what disease process is imitrex used for?
Migraines
dilantin is used for what disease process?
epilepsy
The drug most popular for Parkinson's disease is
Levodopa and carbidopa (sinemet)
The drug most popular in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease is
Exelon
A patient recovering from a Thoracic spinal cord injury must wear what when out of bed
TLSO brace
Huntington disease is what type of genetic disorder
autosomal dominant
The main symptom of Huntington disease is
uncontrolled muscle movements
What kind of questions can be asked to assess a patient's memory?
1. what did you eat for breakfast
2. what did you drink for breakfast
3. Did you take your medicine this morning?
The nurse is teaching a patient with Huntington disease which statement by the patient required further teaching?
a. I should advise my children to get genetic counseling.
b. I will seek help if I have suicidal thoughts
c. I may need up to 4000 to 5000 calories per day
d. With medication and therapy I can be cured and live a normal life
d
The offspring of a patient with Huntington Disease has what percentage of developing the disease
50%
What is the most common cause of spinal cord injuries?
Vehicular accidents
What age group and gender is most likely to obtain a spinal cord injury?
young men
What is the prognosis for Huntington Disease?
it is terminal they will die
What is the most common cause of spinal cord injuries in older adults?
Falls
An inflammation of the meninges is called
Meningitis
What does a lumbar puncture assess
cerebrospinal fluid