A 14­year­old Child Has a Headache, Unilateral Weakness, and Blurred

question 2

Multiple Choice

A 14­year­old child has a headache, unilateral weakness, and blurred vision
preceded by fever and nausea. The child's parent reports a similar episode several months prior. The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner will consult with a pediatric neurologist to order

• A) a lumbar puncture.
• B) an electroencephalogram (EEG).
• C) neuroimaging with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
• D) positron emission tomography (PET) scan.

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Definitions:

Empirical Evidence

Information obtained through observation or experimentation, serving as a basis for knowledge or validation of theories.

Procedural Problems

Issues or difficulties related to the methods or processes followed in the accomplishment of tasks.

Intragroup Conflict

Conflict that occurs within a group, among its members, often stemming from differences in opinions, goals, or values.

Heider's Balance Theory

A theory that suggests individuals are motivated to maintain consistency among their beliefs, attitudes, and sentiments, leading to a harmonious state.