A Nurse Is Assessing the Level of Consciousness of a Client

question 16

Multiple Choice

A nurse is assessing the level of consciousness of a client who has a head injury. The client is totally unresponsive. What could be the score using the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) ?

• A) 0
• B) 1
• C) 2
• D) 3

Identify the components of a career management system.

Understand the various approaches to employee development within organizations.

Comprehend the concept and application of formal education in employee development.

Identify the components and importance of assessment in the context of employee development.

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