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HCHenry

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The nurse should instruct a client with conjunctivitis to:
 
  1. use an eye patch until the redness disappears.
  2. keep their hands away from the eyes and not rub their eyes.
  3. wash around the eyes with mild soap and water.
  4. use over-the-counter eyedrops to reduce the redness in the eyes.

Question 2

A client with Mnire's disease is hospitalized for severe vertigo. The nurse should plan which nursing intervention to assist in management of the vertigo and nausea?
 
  1. Encouraging frequent ambulation in the hall
  2. Administration of stool softeners
  3. Bed rest in a quiet, darkened room
  4. Offering frequent warm beverages containing caffeine


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nicoleclaire22

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2

1. An eye patch is not necessary.
2. The bacteria or fungal organisms causing conjunctivitis are frequently spread by hand contact. Rubbing the eye causes further irritation.
3. Eye irrigation may be ordered to remove the purulent discharge associated with conjunctivitis.
4. Corticosteroid and topical antiseptics are used to treat the infection and inflammation.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 3

1. Activity should be reduced or limited.
2. Antiemetics are administered.
3. Minimal movement and minimal sensory stimuli provide comfort and help to reduce nausea.
4. Caffeine can precipitate an attack.


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