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Beheh

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For an unconscious patient, which of the following interventions are necessary to provide for patient safety? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Talk to the patient as you provide care.
  b. Incorporate more touch in the plan of care.
  c. Give frequent eye care if blink reflex is absent.
  d. Keep the siderails up and bed in low position.
  e. Perform diligent oral care by irrigating with diluted mouthwash.

Question 2

Which of the following interventions are best for preventing sensory deficit for a resident in a long-term care facility? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Talk to the patient as you provide care.
  b. Incorporate touch when providing care.
  c. Turn on bright, fluorescent light for reading.
  d. Encourage waiting to drink water until after the meal.
  e. Offer spicy seasoning for the resident to use on food.



kaylee05

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B



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