The Practitioner Wishes to Evaluate the Functional Integrity of Cerebral

question 35

Multiple Choice

The practitioner wishes to evaluate the functional integrity of cerebral motor pathways in a brain-injured patient.Which test should the nurse anticipate the practitioner will order?

• A) Electroencephalography
• B) Xenon computed tomography (CT)
• C) Motor-evoked potentials
• D) Emission tomography

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Definitions:

Cellular Damage

Harm to cells resulting from injury, infection, exposure to toxins, or aging, impairing cell function.

Telomere Theory

A theory in aging that suggests the length of telomeres, protective caps at the end of chromosomes, is connected to cellular aging and lifespan.

Longevity

The duration of an individual's life, often discussed in the context of factors that contribute to living a long and healthy life.

Programmed Theories

Theories suggesting that aging is the result of genetics and biological processes programmed into the body.