The nurse is reviewing a patient's medical record and notes that he is in a coma. Using the Glasgow Coma Scale, which number indicates that the patient is in a coma?

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The Correct Answer is D

A.   A score of 24 would indicate a fully alert and responsive patient. The Glasgow Coma Scale ranges from 3 (deep coma) to 15 (fully awake).
B.   A score of 12 indicates a moderate level of consciousness, not a coma.
C.   A score of 15 indicates that the patient is fully conscious and alert.
D.   A score of 6 indicates a coma and represents a very low level of consciousness, with minimal responses to stimuli.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Cerebral palsy affects movement and coordination but typically presents with different types of motor impairment and not the specific signs of Parkinsonism.
B. Ataxia involves a lack of coordination, often affecting gait, but it would not typically involve the specific signs such as pill-rolling tremor or stooped posture.
C. Muscular dystrophy involves muscle weakness and atrophy but does not typically cause the motor symptoms observed in this patient.
D. Parkinson's disease is characterized by the classic signs of tremor (pill-rolling), bradykinesia (slow movement), postural instability, and a shuffling gait, which the patient exhibits.

A. "A good time to examine your testicles is just before you take a shower" B. "The testicle is egg shaped and movable. It feels firm and has a lumpy consistency." C. "If you notice an enlarged testicle or a painless lump, call your health care provider D. “Perform a testicular examination at least once a week to detect the early stages of testicular cancer."

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. This is the most appropriate time to perform a testicular self-examination because the scrotum is relaxed and easier to examine after warm water exposure.
B. The testicle is egg-shaped and movable, but it should not feel lumpy. Lumps or abnormal findings should be reported to a healthcare provider.
C. While this advice is helpful, it does not answer the question of when or how to perform the
examination.
D. A monthly exam is generally recommended, not weekly, to detect early signs of testicular cancer.

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