Asked by Tiyania LaShay on Jun 04, 2024
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A man who was found wandering in a park at 2 AM has been brought to the emergency department for an examination; he said he fell and hit his head. During the examination, the nurse asks him to use his index finger to touch the nurse's finger, then his own nose, then the nurse's finger again (which has been moved to a different location) . The patient is clumsy, unable to follow the instructions, and overshoots the mark, missing the finger. What does the nurse suspect?
A) Cerebral injury
B) Peripheral neuropathy
C) Cerebrovascular accident
D) Acute alcohol intoxication
Acute Alcohol Intoxication
A condition resulting from the consumption of a large volume of alcohol in a short period, impacting mental and physical functions.
Cerebral Injury
Damage to the brain from an external physical force, potentially leading to decreased brain function or death.
Peripheral Neuropathy
A condition resulting from damage to the peripheral nerves, causing weakness, numbness, and pain, typically in the hands and feet.
- Comprehend the fundamentals of neurological evaluations, encompassing tests of motor skills and coordination.
- Understand the critical role of patient history and physical indicators in identifying neurological problems.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the fundamentals of neurological evaluations, encompassing tests of motor skills and coordination.
- Understand the critical role of patient history and physical indicators in identifying neurological problems.
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