A patient has been told he has cataracts in both eyes. The patient wants to know what his treatment options are.
What is the most appropriate treatment option for patients with age-related cataracts that are affecting the patient's ability to function?
A) Antioxidant supplements, vitamin C and E, beta-carotene, and selenium
B) Eyeglasses or magnifying lenses
C) Corticosteroid eye drops
D) Surgical intervention
Question 2
The nurse who is providing care for an older adult patient who has dementia has read in the patient's chart that she has developed skin breakdown in her perineum as a result of urinary and fecal incontinence. The nurse knows to specifically assess:
A) The skin in and around the woman's gluteal crease
B) The woman's labia majora and labia minora
C) The woman's urethral meatus and the adjacent mucus membranes
D) The area between the woman's vagina and rectum
Arthrocentesis. The aspiration of fluid is a common treatment for joint injuries resulting in inflam
Immediate Treatment of an MI
An example of a medical history sheet to list patient problems.
Patient Teaching Methods Cont.
Patient having glaucoma test.