Which is a pathophysiological cause that the nurse recognizes in a client who has hyposmia?
A) increased number of sensory cells
B) lower thresholds for common odors
C) injury of the olfactory mucosa
D) increased neurotransmitters
Question 2
An older patient is prescribed a beta blocker to treat hypertension. What effects will the nurse instruct the patient to report to the healthcare professional? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Fatigue
2. Dry cough
3. Dry mouth
4. Cold extremities
5. Exercise intolerance
The tone of the nurse-patient introduction sets the stage for the patient interview and patient care
A nurse adjusts the rate of a client’s IV.
Application of an ostomy bag or pouch: B, An ostomy nurse applying an ostomy bag to a stoma;
To check pupillary reflexes the nurse first holds the penlight
Building a Client Base
Positioning the client