CH 3- Sherpath WEEK4
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For which medication would the nurse provide health teaching to the patient about potential changes to smell and taste?

Select all that apply. One, some, or all may be correct.

  • Antidepressants (correct)
  • Antihistamines (correct)
  • Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) (correct)
  • Chemotherapy (correct)

Which risk factor would the nurse suspect is the cause of a patient’s hearing loss?

  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Glaucoma
  • Cranial nerve II damage
  • Aminoglycoside use (correct)

Which strategy would be considered a secondary method to prevent sensory impairment?

  • Wearing safety goggles while mowing the lawn
  • Receiving annual eye exams (correct)
  • Using ear plugs at loud concerts
  • Eating a well-balanced diet

Which symptom would the nurse expect to find in a patient with chronic/persistent low back pain?

<p>Depression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor would be used to determine the pharmacologic intervention that will be used for pain?

Select all that apply. One, some, or all answers may be correct.

<p>Pain severity (A), Source of pain (C), Type of pain (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom would be considered a physical cause of decreased comfort?

<p>Itching (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which intervention can improve the comfort of a patient?

Select all that apply. One, some, or all answers may be correct.

<p>Management of pain, Treating persistent dyspnea (A), Providing preplanned intervention for potential pain (B), Providing postoperative basal continuous dose patient-controlled analgesia (C), Referral to a counselor or other qualified mental health professional (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

On which body system is functional ability dependent?

Select all that apply. One, some, or all answers may be correct.

<p>Central nervous system (A), Musculoskeletal system (C), Peripheral nervous system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which complication of immobility is caused by catabolism?

<p>Atrophy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which complication of impaired immobility can be improved by both adequate hydration and a diet high in fiber?

<p>Constipation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes sexuality?

Select all that apply. One, some, or all answers may be correct.

<p>Intercourse (A), Sexual orientation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition would the nurse suspect as the cause of a patient’s erectile dysfunction (ED)?

<p>Diabetes mellitus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which intervention would the nurse implement for a patient whose sexual dysfunction is caused by an emotional factor?

<p>Refer the patient to a qualified health care provider (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor would increase the risk for both impaired vision and erectile dysfunction?

<p>Diabetes mellitus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which complication of immobility can be prevented by teaching patients to perform “heel pump” activities?

<p>Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is a common cause of negative sexual experiences in women?

<p>Menopause (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which description accurately reflects sexuality?

<p>Encompasses, sex, sexual acts, and sexual orientation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which intervention would be considered a primary measure to prevent sensory impairment?

<p>Wearing safety goggles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which complication of immobility would the nurse suspect if a patient present with redness and swelling in their lower leg?

<p>Venous thromboembolism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which health teaching would the nurse include for a patient being treated for pain?

<p>Avoid taking large doses of acetaminophen for prolonged periods (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of pain with its descriptor.

<p>Activates the sympathetic nervous system = Acute Duration of more than 3 months = Chronic Results from skin or organ damage = Nociceptive Involves a set of mechanisms related to the nervous system = Neuropathic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is associated with acute pain?

<p>Diaphoresis (A), Increased respiratory rate (B), Pupil dilation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For which reason would the nurse recommend a protein-rich diet to an immobilized patient?

<p>Slow muscle loss (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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