The Nurse Would Assess for Caffeine Use as an Aggravating

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse would assess for caffeine use as an aggravating factor in which of the following disease processes or conditions?

• A) Myelin degeneration
• B) Cardiac dysrhythmias
• C) Colonic constipation
• D) Heart block

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Definitions:

Seizure

A sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain that can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings, and levels of consciousness.

Blackout

A temporary loss of consciousness or memory, often as a result of alcohol consumption or medical conditions.

Hindbrain

The rear part of the brain that includes the cerebellum, pons, and medulla oblongata, responsible for regulating basic life functions.

MAO Inhibitors

A class of medications used to treat depression by preventing the breakdown of neurotransmitters in the brain, enhancing mood-regulating pathways.