Exam 1 Sensory RNSG 1430 Questions
& Answers
Peripheral Neuropathy - ANSWERS(nerve damage in extremities) hands and feet
biggest concern. Check for injuries/ wounds.
decreased tactile sense
Risk factors for peripheral neuropathy - ANSWERS-diabetes
-impaired perfusion
-smoking
Risks of peripheral neuropathy - ANSWERS-thermal burns
-falls
-wounds
-infections
-sores in areas they cant feel
Any sensory condition that reduces vision - ANSWERS-communicate with adaptive
items ie; brail
-safety in familiar settings
-ambulation with blind cane
-never grab a blind or low vision patient. ( blind folded activity in class)
Safety/ helpful precautions for reduced vision - ANSWERS-orient to surroundings
-increase amount of light w/o glare
-bright colors are more distinguishable
-remove hazards: throw rugs, electric cords, coffee table, etc.
-make a clear path to the bathroom
Prevention of reduced vision - ANSWERSsnellen eye chart- used to check distance
vision
Therapeutic communication for reduced vision - ANSWERS" tell me more", "how do you
feel when..."
Cataracts - ANSWERSlens of the eye becomes cloudy.
can be in one or both eyes
Is Cataracts acute or chronic? - ANSWERSAcute!
Cataract surgery - ANSWERScataract surgery is curative. the lens in the eye is
removed and replaced with an artificial lens.
, What eye drops do you take for Cataracts? - ANSWERSNONE. there are no drops for
cataracts because surgery is the curative option.
Manifestation of cataracts - ANSWERS-blurry vision
-decreased vision
-light scatter (halos around headlights especially at night)
-glare
Catarac Pre OP teaching - ANSWERS-Local anesthesia, sedative
-Home 1 hour after surgery
-Multiple eye drops TID x 2-4 weeks
-Eye assessment
Post Op care for cataract surgery - ANSWERS-usually unpatched
-eye shield is given to wear after surgery for a certain amount of time and then typically
at night while sleeping avoid rubbing the eye
-discharge usually occurs within 1 hour with dark glasses
-mild itching is normal- the eye is healing!
-avoid bending, lifting, straining, sexual activity, sneezing, blowing nose, etc.
these activities can increase the intraocular pressure
-follow up appointment usually in 48 hours after surgery
What would pain indicate after Cataract surgery? - ANSWERSComplication!!
What are two main types of glaucoma? - ANSWERS-primary open angle glaucoma
-angle closure glaucoma
Is Glaucoma acute or chronic? - ANSWERSChronic!
Causes of Glaucoma - ANSWERS-can be caused from increased fluid production
-decreased fluid drainage
-optic nerve disturbed
-primary open angle glaucoma is the most common
Risk factors for Glaucoma - ANSWERS-age
-heredity
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