The nurse teaches a client that there are shock absorbers in the back to cushion the spine and to help it move. The client understands that which of the following is another name for shock absorbers:

Vertebral column

Intervertebral disks

Vertebral foramen

Nucleus pulposus

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   The vertebral column refers to the series of vertebrae forming the backbone, not specifically the shock absorbers.
B.   Intervertebral disks are the fibrocartilage pads between vertebrae that act as shock absorbers, allowing movement and cushioning the spine.
C.   The vertebral foramen is the opening in the vertebrae through which the spinal cord passes.
D.   The nucleus pulposus is the gel-like inner core of the intervertebral disk, contributing to its flexibility and shock-absorbing properties.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses a patient's level of consciousness, not specifically limb weakness.
B. A complete neurological examination would involve assessing cranial nerves, motor and sensory functions, reflexes, coordination, and gait, which are essential when a client presents with unilateral weakness in the arm and leg.
C. A muscular examination might focus more on muscle strength and tone but might not cover the breadth of neurological assessment needed in this scenario.
D. Neurologic recheck examination suggests a reassessment after an initial neurological exam but doesn’t specify the need for a comprehensive evaluation.

A. abdominal distention B. visible peristalsis C. hypoactive bowel sounds D. occasional diarrhea E. flatus

Correct Answer is ["A"]

Explanation

A. Abdominal distention can occur due to gas accumulation from undigested lactose.
B. Visible peristalsis is not typically a specific clinical finding associated with lactose intolerance.
C. Hypoactive bowel sounds are not commonly associated with lactose intolerance.
D. Occasional diarrhea is a common symptom due to the inability to digest lactose properly.
E. Flatus or excessive gas production is a common symptom due to the fermentation of undigested lactose by intestinal bacteria.

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The nurse teaches a client that there are shock absorbers in the back to cushion the spine and to help it move. The client understands that which of the following is another name for shock absorbers:

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A client comes to the clinic and reports having weakness in the left arm and leg for the past week. The nurse should perform which type of neurological exam?

Correct Answer is B

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A nurse is assessing a client who has lactose intolerance. Which of the following will the nurse recognize as clinical findings associated with lactose intolerance? Select all that apply:

Correct Answer is ["A"]

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