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Nicole Brand
on Nov 01, 2024
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When standing with their eyes closed, feet together, and arms at their sides, a patient sways and starts to fall. How should the nurse document this finding?
A) Positive Romberg sign
B) Positive Babinski sign
C) Positive Ortolani sign
D) Positive modified Allen test
Positive Romberg Sign
A clinical indication of a loss of proprioception, where closing the eyes increases unsteadiness or falls, used in neurological examinations.
Ortolani Sign
A clinical sign used to detect dislocation of the hip in infants, involving a specific maneuver by a healthcare provider.
Modified Allen Test
A medical test used to evaluate the blood supply to the hand, ensuring the patency of the radial and ulnar arteries.
- Ascertain specific methodologies and techniques for investigating different physical systems.
- Discern between regular and anomalous observations in health evaluations.
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KW
Learning Objectives
- Ascertain specific methodologies and techniques for investigating different physical systems.
- Discern between regular and anomalous observations in health evaluations.