A Patient Is Receiving a Dose of Edrophonium (Tensilon)

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient is receiving a dose of edrophonium (Tensilon) . The nurse recognizes that this drug is given to determine the diagnosis of which disease?

• A) Parkinson's disease
• B) Multiple sclerosis
• C) Myasthenia gravis
• D) Alzheimer's disease

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Definitions:

Referral

The process of directing or sending a patient to another healthcare professional or specialist for additional examination, diagnosis, or treatment.

Collaboration

The action of working with someone to produce or create something, often seen in professional, educational, and creative contexts.

Nurses' Role

The duties and responsibilities carried out by nurses, including patient care, education, and advocacy within the healthcare system.

State Boards

Regulatory agencies responsible for licensing and overseeing professionals and services in various fields within a state.