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Question 1 of 5

To provide comfort to a client after a lumbar puncture, what step must the nurse take?

A. Position the client flat for at least three hours or as directed by the physician.

B. Keep the room well lighted and play some soothing music in the background.

C. Help the client ambulate and perform a few light leg exercises.

D. Provide some easy reading material to the client.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Position the client flat for at least three hours or as directed by the physician.

Question 2 of 5

When assessing a patient's mental status, the nurse should:

A. Evaluate the patient's orientation, memory, and cognitive function.

B. Measure the patient's blood pressure.

C. Inspect the patient's skin for abnormalities.

D. Check the patient's respiratory rate.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Evaluate the patient's orientation, memory, and cognitive function.

Question 3 of 5

When assessing a patient's orientation, the nurse should:

A. Ask the patient questions about their name, location, and the date.

B. Measure the patient's temperature.

C. Inspect the patient's skin color.

D. Check the patient's pulse rate.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ask the patient questions about their name, location, and the date.

Question 4 of 5

A 30-year-old woman tells the nurse that she has been very unsteady and has had difficulty in maintaining her balance. Which area of the brain that is related to these findings would concern the nurse?

A. Thalamus

B. Brainstem

C. Cerebellum

D. Extrapyramidal tract

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Cerebellum

Question 5 of 5

The earliest indication that Mr. Smith is developing increasing intracranial pressure is

A. decreasing level of consciousness

B. increasing systolic blood pressure

C. slowing of respirations

D. decreasing pulse rate

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: decreasing level of consciousness

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