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Question 1 of 5

During a migraine, the cerebral arteries

A. Constrict B. Dilate C. Pulsate D. Vibrate

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: During a migraine, cerebral arteries typically dilate, which is part of the pathophysiology of the headache.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following statements regarding programs to increase daytime engagement in persons with dementia is true?

A. Daytime exercise programs are contraindicated in this population because of high risk of fall and fracture. B. Daytime programs are designed to maintain client wakefulness, and as such can cover a broad range of topics, including music, art, exercise, dance, and cognitive tasks (puzzles, etc.), and should be designed with patient cognitive and physical status, cultural beliefs, social support, and available staffing in mind. C. Daytime programs that lack a physical exertion component do not contribute to physiologic need for sleep, and are thus less effective than programs that require client physical exertion. D. Daytime programs must include moderate to rigorous intensity physical exercise (3�6 mets) to generate an appropriate sleep deficit in nursing home residents.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Daytime programs designed with a variety of activities, including exercise, cognitive tasks, and creative activities, can help maintain wakefulness and improve sleep.

Question 3 of 5

The following are components of the open disclosure of medical error, except:

A. An apology to the injured patient. B. An explanation of the error in lay language. C. A best guess as to why the error occurred. D. An assurance that a full investigation will take place.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A best guess as to why the error occurred is not a required component of open disclosure.

Question 4 of 5

Which one of the following statements about treating scabies with lindane (Kwell) is correct?

A. Lindane is safe to use in pregnant women, babies, children, and the elderly B. Lindane lotion and/or shampoo is not considered first-line therapy C. Repeated applications of lindane can be used if there has been a twelve-hour interval D. Lindane can be used in patients with a history of seizures

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Lindane is not the first-line treatment due to potential side effects; safer alternatives are available.

Question 5 of 5

An elderly patient has been diagnosed with a cataract. What structure in the eye has become diseased?

A. Retina B. Cornea C. Lens D. Optic nerve

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Cataracts cause clouding of the lens.

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