30 Questions
What is the most common characteristic of severe and incapacitating headaches?
Photophobia and phonophobia
Which of the following is not a symptom of the postdrome phase of a severe headache?
Muscle contraction in the neck and scalp
What is the key characteristic of tension-type headaches?
Steady, constant feeling of pressure
What is the main difference between tension-type headaches and cluster headaches?
Tension-type headaches are chronic and less severe
What is the key characteristic of cluster headaches?
Unilateral pain localized to the eye and orbit
What is the main cause of headaches in the older population?
Cranial arteritis
What is recommended to prevent contractures and eliminate pressure ulcers in patients?
Using splints and home boots
How should the arms be positioned to prevent contractures?
In abduction with fingers slightly flexed and hands in supination
What should be done to maintain skin and joint integrity in patients?
Regularly turning to avoid pressure
What can be used to preserve corneal integrity in unconscious patients with their eyes open?
Artificial tears (eye drops)
Why should cold compresses be used cautiously for patients with eye conditions?
To prevent damage to the cornea
What is the purpose of using eye patches for some patients?
To care for the cornea without damaging it
Which medication is the drug of choice for treating spasticity in multiple sclerosis?
Baclofen
Which class of medications is used to manage fatigue in multiple sclerosis?
Amantadine, pemoline, or dalfampridine
Which type of multiple sclerosis is not effectively treated by interferon beta-1a (Rebif) and interferon beta-1B (Betaseron)?
Primary progressive
What is the purpose of using warm packs and muscle stretching in the nursing management of multiple sclerosis?
To minimize spasticity and contractures
Which medication is used to manage ataxia (lack of muscle coordination) in multiple sclerosis?
Propranolol and gabapentin
What is the purpose of instructing patients with multiple sclerosis to walk with their feet apart?
To widen their stance and improve balance
What is the main cause of multiple sclerosis?
Autoimmune response
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of multiple sclerosis?
Fever
What is the primary goal of medical management for multiple sclerosis?
Both b and c
Which diagnostic test is used to detect the presence of multiple plaques in the central nervous system?
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
What is the purpose of electrophoresis of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis?
Identify the presence of oligoclonal banding
Which type of therapy is used to modify the course of multiple sclerosis?
Disease-modifying therapy
What is the main purpose of observing and recording the sequence of signs during a seizure?
To determine the location of the epileptogenic zone in the brain
Which of the following is NOT a piece of information that should be documented during or before a seizure?
The patient's blood pressure during the seizure
What is the primary nursing responsibility during a seizure?
Ensuring the patient's safety by preventing injury
Which of the following pieces of information can help determine the type of seizure (local or generalized)?
The position of the patient's head and eyes during the seizure
Why is it important to document the patient's unconsciousness and its duration during a seizure?
To determine the severity of the seizure and the need for medication
What is the purpose of documenting the patient's inability to speak after a seizure?
To assess the patient's cognitive status after the seizure
Learn about the nursing management for identifying the epileptogenic zone, the area in the brain giving rise to seizures that can be removed surgically. Understand the major responsibilities, such as observing and recording the sequence of signs during a seizure.
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