Trigeminal Neuralgia (Tic Douloureux) Quiz
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What is the primary goal of heat, massage, and electric stimulation in patients with Bell's Palsy?

  • Promoting emotional support
  • Maintaining muscle tone and circulation (correct)
  • Preventing corneal irritation
  • Relieving facial pain

    • Which medication is likely to be prescribed for a patient with Bell's Palsy?

  • Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
  • Aspirin
  • Prednisone (correct)
  • Ibuprofen (Advil)

    • What is the primary concern for nurses when positioning a patient with Bell's Palsy?

  • Protecting the affected eye (correct)
  • Maintaining proper body alignment
  • Preventing pressure ulcers
  • Promoting comfort and relaxation

    • What is the primary goal of teaching patients with Bell's Palsy to use artificial tears?

    <p>Preventing corneal irritation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of emotional support for patients with Bell's Palsy?

    <p>Promoting self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary restriction on activity for patients with Bell's Palsy?

    <p>Restricting facial movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used to relieve and prevent acute attacks of Trigeminal Neuralgia?

    <p>Carbamazepine (Tegretol)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of pain management in Trigeminal Neuralgia?

    <p>To reduce pain to a tolerable level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended post-operative positioning for a patient who has undergone cataract removal?

    <p>Elevating the head of the bed to 30 degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential component of nursing care for a patient with glaucoma?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of health teaching for a patient with retinal detachment?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of laser photocoagulation and cryopexy techniques in the treatment of retinal detachment?

    <p>To seal retinal breaks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of nursing care for a patient with Trigeminal Neuralgia?

    <p>To teach factors to limit triggering an attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of activity restrictions in the post-operative care of a patient who has undergone cataract removal?

    <p>To reduce stress on the sutures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of emotional support in the nursing care of a patient with glaucoma?

    <p>To reduce anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of scleral buckling in the treatment of retinal detachment?

    <p>To indent the globe and move the pigment epithelium toward the detached retina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Bell's Palsy

    • Primary goal of heat, massage, and electric stimulation: Reduce facial muscle stiffness and improve circulation.
    • Likely prescribed medication: Corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and swelling.
    • Primary nursing concern for positioning: Prevent aspiration and ensure comfort, considering facial muscle weakness.
    • Goal of teaching artificial tears usage: Protect corneas due to reduced blink reflex and moisture retention.
    • Primary focus of emotional support: Address anxiety and emotional distress from sudden facial changes.
    • Primary restriction on activity: Avoid exposure to cold drafts or wind which may exacerbate symptoms.

    Trigeminal Neuralgia

    • Common medication for acute attacks: Carbamazepine, an anticonvulsant that stabilizes nerve membranes.
    • Primary goal of pain management: Alleviate severe facial pain and improve quality of life.

    Cataract Surgery

    • Recommended post-operative positioning: Side-lying on the non-operative side to promote healing and prevent pressure on the surgical site.
    • Purpose of activity restrictions: Prevent intraocular pressure increase to ensure proper healing.

    Glaucoma

    • Essential component of nursing care: Regularly monitor intraocular pressure and adherence to medication regimens.
    • Primary goal of emotional support: Help patients cope with vision loss and the chronic nature of the disease.

    Retinal Detachment

    • Primary goal of health teaching: Educate on recognizing symptoms and the importance of urgent treatment to prevent vision loss.
    • Purpose of laser photocoagulation and cryopexy: Seal retinal tears to prevent fluid accumulation and restore retinal attachment.
    • Purpose of scleral buckling: Provide support to the eye wall, holding the retina in place and preventing further detachment.

    Overall Nursing Care

    • Primary goal for patients with Trigeminal Neuralgia: Provide pain relief and enhance daily functioning through education and support.

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    Test your knowledge about Trigeminal Neuralgia, a disorder of the fifth cranial nerve characterized by intense knifelike pain. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and assessment of this condition.

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