A 32-year-old pregnant patient with Bell's palsy refuses to eat while others are present because of embarrassment about drooling. The best response by the nurse is to
a. respect the patient's feelings and arrange for privacy at mealtimes.
b. teach the patient to chew food on the unaffected side of the mouth.
c. offer the patient liquid nutritional supplements at frequent intervals.
d. discuss the patient's concerns with visitors who arrive at mealtimes.
Question 2
The nurse identifies a patient with type 1 diabetes and a history of herpes simplex infection as being at risk for Bell's palsy. Which information should the nurse include in teaching the patient?
a. You may be able to prevent Bell's palsy by doing facial exercises regularly.
b. Prophylactic treatment of herpes with antiviral agents prevents Bell's palsy.
c. Medications to treat Bell's palsy work only if started before paralysis onset.
d. Call the doctor if you experience pain or develop herpes lesions near the ear.
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