When the Patient Is Supine and the Head Is Flexed

question 27

Multiple Choice

When the patient is supine and the head is flexed to the chest without pain, resistance, or flexion of the hips or knees, the nurse is observing

• A)Doll's eyes sign.
• B)Brudzinski's sign.
• C)Babinski's sign.
• D)Kernig's sign.

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Definitions:

Emergency

A sudden, unexpected situation requiring immediate action to prevent or mitigate a dangerous or harmful outcome.

Autonomic Nervous System

Part of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions like heartbeat, digestion, and breathing.

Physiological Arousal

The bodily responses to stimuli, such as increased heart rate or adrenaline release, indicating excitement or stress.

Emotional Arousal

Refers to the physiological and psychological state of being awoken or stimulated to have intense emotions or feelings.