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lidoalex

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Which aid to reality orientation can most help elderly patients?
 
  A) Conversations
  B) Calendars and clocks
  C) Holiday decorations
  D) Newspapers and television and radio news programs

Question 2

A patient has a head injury and is presenting with signs and symptoms of increased intracranial pressure. Which nursing intervention would be helpful in reducing this pressure?
 
  a. Place the neck in a neutral position to promote venous drainage.
  b. Suction hourly to stimulate the cough reflex.
  c. Add extra blankets to keep the patient warm.
  d. Turn the patient frequently to prevent skin impairment.



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Answer to Question 1

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Nurses and other staff can enhance a patient's orientation by casually mentioning dates and times while dispensing medicines or doing other tasks, an act that is more effective than the other noted methods.

Answer to Question 2

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Place the neck in a neutral position (not flexed or extended) to promote venous drainage.



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