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schs14

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A patient comes to the ophthalmology clinic for an eye examination. The patient tells the nurse that he often sees floaters in his vision. What should the nurse respond to the patient?
 
  A) This is a normal aging process of the eye.
  B) New glasses will minimize this.
  C) You may be exhibiting signs of glaucoma.
  D) This may be a result of weakened ciliary muscles.

Question 2

A patient has been admitted to an acute medical unit with a diagnosis of diabetes insipidus with a neurogenic etiology. When planning this patient's care, what diagnosis should be the nurse's most likely priority?
 
  A) Fluid volume deficit related to increased urine output
  B) Acute confusion related to alterations in electrolytes
  C) Altered nutrition: less than body requirements related to decreased intake
  D) Risk for injury related to decreased level of consciousness


zogaridan

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

A


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