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A nurse is caring for a client 4 hours following surgical repair of a penetrating brain injury. Which of the following assessments should be the nurse's priority?

A.

Pain level assessment.

B.

Wound site assessment.

C.

Neurological assessment.

D.

Respiratory status assessment.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. While pain level assessment is important, it is not the priority immediately after a significant brain injury where neurological changes may occur.  

 

B. Wound site assessment is also essential but does not take precedence over neurological assessment in this context.  

 

C. A neurological assessment is the priority to identify any changes in the client's condition that may indicate complications such as increased intracranial pressure, which can occur after brain surgery.  

 

D. Respiratory status assessment is important but is usually addressed through monitoring and interventions related to neurological function, as brain injuries can affect respiratory drive and function.


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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. In SIADH, excess ADH causes water retention and hyponatremia; fluid restriction helps to prevent further dilution of sodium and manage fluid balance.

B. NPO status is unnecessary unless otherwise indicated; managing fluid intake is more effective.

C. Increasing oral intake would worsen fluid overload and hyponatremia.

D. Rapid IV fluid infusion can exacerbate the client’s condition by increasing fluid volume further.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Chvostek's sign, a facial muscle spasm upon tapping, is a clinical indicator of hypocalcemia, often caused by accidental removal or damage to the parathyroid glands during thyroid surgery.

B. Hypercalcemia does not typically cause a positive Chvostek’s sign.

C. Hypokalemia affects muscle and cardiac function but does not result in a positive Chvostek’s sign.

D. Hyponatremia does not produce Chvostek's sign, which is specific to hypocalcemia.

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