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Which of the following drugs may be used after a seizure to maintain a seizure-free state?

Ativan.

Cerebyx.

Phenobarbital.

Valium.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Choice A rationale

Ativan (lorazepam) is used for immediate control of seizures but is not used for long-term maintenance.

Choice B rationale

Cerebyx (fosphenytoin) is used for seizure control but is generally not used for long-term maintenance.

Choice C rationale

Phenobarbital is a barbiturate that is commonly used for long-term maintenance to prevent seizures. It works by depressing the central nervous system and reducing the spread of seizure activity.

Choice D rationale

Valium (diazepam) is used for acute seizure control but not for long-term seizure prevention.

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Correct Answer is ["C","D","E"]

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Coping strategies are relevant to overall health and well-being, but they are not directly related to nutritional assessment. Nutritional assessments focus on physical and dietary data rather than psychological coping mechanisms.

Choice B rationale

Wrist circumference can be used as an anthropometric measure of body frame size, but it is not a standard parameter in a comprehensive nutritional assessment. More common measurements include height, weight, and BMI.

Choice C rationale

Clinical examination findings are critical in nutritional assessments to identify physical signs of malnutrition, such as muscle wasting, edema, or skin changes. These observations help assess the client’s nutritional status and needs.

Choice D rationale

BMI (Body Mass Index) is a widely used indicator of body fat based on height and weight. It helps classify individuals into categories like underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese, providing insight into nutritional health.

Choice E rationale

Dietary data, including food intake, preferences, and restrictions, are essential components of a nutritional assessment. Understanding a client's dietary habits allows the nurse to identify nutritional deficiencies or excesses and plan appropriate interventions

A. Trigeminal nerve. B. Facial nerve. C. Glossopharyngeal nerve. D. Vagus nerve.

Correct Answer is ["C","D"]

Explanation

Choice A rationale

The trigeminal nerve is responsible for facial sensation and motor functions like chewing, not related to gag reflex impairment.

Choice B rationale

The facial nerve controls facial expressions, taste sensations, and other functions but does not influence the gag reflex.

Choice C rationale

The glossopharyngeal nerve (cranial nerve IX) plays a crucial role in the gag reflex as it innervates part of the pharynx and is responsible for sensory functions in the throat.

Choice D rationale

The vagus nerve (cranial nerve X) also contributes to the gag reflex, providing motor innervation to the pharyngeal muscles and aiding in swallowing and speech functions.

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