NEUROLOGY
HEMIPARESIS
Question
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Calcium
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Phosphorous
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Protein
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Potassium
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Detailed explanation-1: -A lower Braden Scale score indicates higher levels of risk for pressure ulcer development. Scores of 18 or less generally indicate at-risk status.
Detailed explanation-2: -Risk Factors In addition to immobility and recuperation from surgery, other factors which may increase the risk of developing pressure ulcers include: poor nutrition, dehydration, diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, low albumin levels/anemia and obesity.
Detailed explanation-3: -One of the best ways to reduce the risk of developing contractures is to perform regular stretching. Frequent, gentle stretching of the affected muscles allows these muscles to elongate, especially when the stretch is held for at least 15-30 seconds.
Detailed explanation-4: -A female client reports to a nurse that she experiences a loss of urine when she jogs. The nurse’s assessment reveals no nocturia, burning, discomfort when voiding, or urine leakage before reaching the bathroom. The nurse explains to the client that this type of problem is called: stress incontinence.