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The nurse is caring for an 8-year-old hospitalized child who is visually impaired. Which intervention would be the highest priority in helping this child reduce anxiety related to hospitalization?
 
  A) The nurse takes the child to the playroom and lets her touch the toys
  B) The nurse talks to the child when entering and leaving the room
  C) The nurse encourages the child to call her friends on the telephone
  D) The nurse stays with the child during meals and helps her eat

Question 2

The nurse is observing a child following an eye injury. Which manifestation indicates to the nurse that the uninjured eye may be exhibiting signs of an inflammatory reaction?
 
  A) Swelling or dryness
  B) Brightness of vision
  C) Discharge of purulent drainage
  D) Photophobia or intolerance to light



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D



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