The nurse plans care for a client with acute glaucoma who reports
severe pain in the eyes and halos around lights. Which action should
the nurse take first?:
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Explain to the client that with
reduction in intraocular pressure,
Administer pain medication
pain and other symptoms will
subside
, Provide preoperative teachings to
Assess the client's visual status
the client
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When working with a elderly patient a nurse should check a patient's
hearing aid frequently to ensure the following? (select all that apply):
a. Battery is working
b. Hearing aid is turned on
c. Any blockage from cerumen
d. The aid is fitted correctly
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a,b,e a,b,d
a,c a,c,d
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,There are many aging theories that could possibly be associated
with Parkinson's Disease. Which theory is best applied?:
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genetic theory activity theory
continuity theory wear and tear theory
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You recently began working in a nursing home. You have a 74-year-
old patient who has recently been diagnosed with Myasthenia
Gravis. What clinical manifestations would support this diagnosis?
(Select all that apply):
a. 3 falls in the last month
b. Hypotension
c. Ptosis
d. Difficulty swallowing
e. Chest pain
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c d
, a,b,e a,d,e
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What exercises are beneficial to preventing fractures? (Select all that
apply):
a. weight training
b. golfing
c. jogging
d. sit ups
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a,c b,c
b,c,d a,e
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