When developing a teaching session on glaucoma for the community, which of the following statements would the nurse stress? A. Glaucoma is easily corrected with eyeglasses. B. White and Asian individuals are at the highest risk for glaucoma. C. Yearly screening for people ages 20-40 years is recommended. D. Glaucoma can… Read More »
Which of the following conditions characterizes rapid eye movement (REM) sleep? A. Disorientation and disorganized thinking. B. Jerky limb movements and position changes. C. Pulse rate slowed by 5 to 10 beats/minute. D. Highly active brain and physiological activity levels. Correct Answer: D. Highly active brain and… Read More »
For a client having an episode of acute narrow-angle glaucoma, a nurse expects to give which of the following medications? A. Acetazolamide (Diamox) B. Atropine C. Furosemide (Lasix) D. Urokinase (Abbokinase) Correct Answer: A. Acetazolamide (Diamox) Acetazolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, decreases intraocular pressure (IOP) by decreasing… Read More »
Which of the following sleep disorders is the most prevalent? A. Hypersomnia B. Insomnia C. Parasomnia D. Sleep-wake schedule disturbance. Correct Answer: B. Insomnia Approximately 1/3 of American adults have some type of sleep disorder, and insomnia is the most common. Insomnia is prevalent in 10% to 15% of… Read More »
Which of the following symptoms would occur in a client with a detached retina? A. Flashing lights and floaters B. Homonymous hemianopia C. Loss of central vision D. Ptosis Correct Answer: A. Flashing lights and floaters Signs and symptoms of retinal detachment include abrupt flashing lights, floaters,… Read More »
Which of the following substances is a natural hormone produced by the pineal gland that induces sleep? A. Amphetamine B. Melatonin C. Methylphenidate D. Pemoline Correct Answer: B. Melatonin Melatonin is a natural hormone that induces sleep. Melatonin is a hormone synthesized within the pineal gland from… Read More »
A male client has just had a cataract operation without a lens implant. In discharge teaching, the nurse will instruct the client’s wife to: A. Feed him soft foods for several days to prevent facial movement. B. Keep the eye dressing on for one week. C. Have her husband remain in bed… Read More »
Monique is diagnosed with Ménière’s disease, which diet would be most appropriate to discuss with her? A. Low-fiber B. Low-potassium C. Low-sodium D. Low-protein Correct Answer: C. Low-sodium It is thought that Ménière’s disease is caused by edema of the semicircular canals. A low-sodium diet is often prescribed in… Read More »
The nurse is performing a voice test to assess hearing. Which of the following describes the accurate procedure for performing this test? A. Stand 4 feet away from the client to ensure that the client can hear at this distance. B. Whisper a statement and ask the client to repeat it. C.… Read More »
Professor McGonagall had undergone nasal surgery with posterior packing in place. Which assessment data would alert the nurse to the possibility of active bleeding? A. Appearance of anxiety. B. Discoloration around the eyes. C. Frequent swallowing. D. Black, tarry stool. Correct Answer: C. Frequent swallowing After nasal… Read More »