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urbanoutfitters

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on: Jul 11, 2018
What should a patient who has had a cataract repair avoid?
 
  a. The use of eye patches
  b. The use of sunglasses
  c. The lifting of heavy objects
  d. Reading for long periods of time

Question 2

What extra equipment should the nurse provide at the bedside of a new postoperative thyroidectomy patient?
 
  a. Large bandage scissors
  b. Tracheotomy tray
  c. Ventilator
  d. Water-sealed drainage system


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Postcataract patients should avoid any activity that increases the intraocular pressure, such as lifting heavy objects, stooping, and bending.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
There should be a suction apparatus and tracheotomy tray available for emergency use.


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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