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sabina · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client is in the emergency department and complains to the nurse of severe pain and an inability to tolerate light. The nurse suspects that the client has experienced:

1. a chalazion.
2. blepharitis.
3. uveitis.
4. perforated cornea.

Question 2

After administering diazepam (Valium) by mouth to a client who has a spinal cord injury, the nurse should expect to observe which response?

1. A decrease in muscle spasm and pain
2. Improved swallowing ability
3. A decrease in salivation and sweating
4. Improved motor coordination

bdobbins · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. A chalazion is a painless cyst on the eyelid.
2. Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelid.
3. Uveitis is inflammation of the vascular layer of the eye.
4. Perforated cornea produces severe eye pain and photophobia.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 1

1. Diazepam is given to control the muscle spasms and pain associated with musculoskeletal injuries.
2. Diazepam is not given to improve swallowing.
3. Diazepam does not affect salivation and sweating.
4. Diazepam is not given to improve coordination.