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What are predisposing factors to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)?
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Recent UPPER RESPIRATORY INFECTION
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What is GBS?
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The result of a variety of related immune mediated pathological processes that DESTROY THE MYLINE SHEATH IN THE AXONS OF THE PERIPHERAL NERVES
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What would be ordered for additional diagnostic testing of GBS?
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EMG: Electromyography shows repeated firing of the same motor unit instead of widespread sectional stimulation
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What is the most important assessment when a patient with GBS has weakness and tingling in both legs?
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ASSESS RESPIRATORY STATUS EVERY 1-2 HRS
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What is the first nursing intervention when a patient with GBS is in bed, to prevent exacerbation?
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ELEVATE HOB 45 DEGREES
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What are the physical findings/symptoms of GBS?
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HISTORY OF SUDDEN ONSET WEAKNESS IN THE LEGS. Ascending symmetric muscle weakness
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Patient with GBS is hospitalized. What is the most significant nursing assessment?
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AIRWAY
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Patient with Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is admitted to the ER with new symptoms. What are the symptoms of MG?
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PTOSIS, DIPLOPIA, DYSPHAGIA, MUSCLE WEAKNESS WITH EXERTION
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