NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test with NGN Practice Question
Potential Intervention,Expected,Not expected,Radio
Scenario/Extract:
The nurse is caring for a 68-year-old client in the emergency department.
History Physical Vital Signs
Admission: The client comes to the emergency department with progressively worsening back pain that began 3 weeks ago. The pain has become significantly worse over the past 12 hours. Pain level is rated as 8 on a scale of 0-10. The client was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer and has had a poor response to treatment. This morning, the client had trouble walking and reports decreased sensation in the feet. The client also reports mild nausea, difficulty urinating, decreased urinary sensation, and no bowel movement in the past 3 days
For each potential intervention, click to specify if the intervention is expected or not expected for the care of the client.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E,F
Rationale: Corticosteroids , stool softeners , catheterization , neuromuscular checks , and surgery are expected for spinal cord compression. Seizure precautions are not routine.
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