A Person Who Is in Need of a Radical Neck

question 3

Multiple Choice

A person who is in need of a radical neck dissection for cancer continues to delay the surgery. Which of the following nursing diagnoses would best describe the reason for this person's delay?

• A)Dysfunctional grieving
• B)Unilateral neglect
• C)Ineffective management of individual therapeutic regimen
• D)Disturbed body image

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Definitions:

Alpha Waves

A type of brain wave detected by electroencephalography (EEG), associated with a state of relaxed alertness.

Eyes Closed

Refers to the state of having the eyelids shut, which can be voluntary or involuntary, affecting visual input and other sensory processing.

Beta Waves

A pattern of brain waves with a frequency of 13 to 30 Hz that are associated with active, alert, and focused states of consciousness.

Gamma Waves

A type of brain wave pattern, associated with perception, problem-solving, and consciousness, typically with a frequency between 25 to 100 Hz.