The nurse is preparing to assess the client with Parkinson ...

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The nurse is preparing to assess the client with Parkinson disease. The nurse should observe the client for:
 
  1. infrequent blinking and expressionless face.
  2. tremors that increase with movement.
  3. excessively dry skin.
  4. insufficient sweating.

Question 2

A client with Bell palsy is ready for discharge. The nurse plans to have the client return-demonstrate which self-care action prior to discharge?
 
  1. Skin care
  2. Instilling eyedrops
  3. Self-catheterization
  4. Administering subcutaneous medications

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1

1. The client with Parkinson exhibits an expressionless face and infrequent blinking.
2. Tremors of the client with Parkinson stop with movement.
3. The skin is usually oily.
4. The client should be assessed for excessive sweating.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. Skin care other than routine is not necessary for the client with Bell palsy.
2. The client with Bell palsy has lost the ability to blink on the affected side. This causes dry eyes. The client should demonstrate the ability to instill eyedrops four times a day.
3. The client with Bell palsy does not experience urinary retention.
4. Bell palsy does not require medication given by shots at home.