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danielfitts88

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What might the nurse explain as a common treatment for amblyopia?
 
  a. Patching the good eye to force the brain to use the affected eye
  b. Patching the affected eye to allow the refractory muscles to rest
  c. Using glasses that will slightly blur the image for the good eye
  d. Using corticosteroids to treat inflammation of the optic nerve

Question 2

What is the best way for the nurse to communicate with a 10-year-old child who has a hearing impairment?
 
  a. Use gestures and signs as much as possible.
  b. Let the child's parents communicate for her.
  c. Face the child and speak clearly in short sentences.
  d. Recognize that the child's ability to communicate will be on a 6-year-old child's level.


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ultraflyy23

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Early detection and treatment are essential for the child with amblyopia. Treatment includes patching the good eye and using glasses to correct refractive errors.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The nurse who faces the child and speaks clearly will help the hearing-impaired child in the hospital to develop a healthy personality.


danielfitts88

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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