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chads108

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How would the nurse explain the purpose of photocoagulation to a diabetic patient with diabetic retinopathy?
 
  a. The procedure will destroy the retina, which is not getting enough blood supply.
  b. The procedure will reduce edema in the macula of the eye.
  c. The procedure will vaporize fatty deposits that appear in the retina. d.
  The procedure will destroy new blood vessels, seal leaking vessels, and help prevent retinal edema.

Question 2

What must a patient do following a left vitrectomy?
 
  a. Remain flat in bed for 48 hours
  b. Position self in a face-down position for 4 to 5 days
  c. Assume a side-lying position with the left side down for 3 days
  d. Keep head upright and cushioned with pillows for 24 hours



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Moriaki

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Photocoagulation is useful in diabetic retinopathy to cauterize hemorrhaging vessels and to destroy new vessels.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Following a vitrectomy, the patient must assume a face-down position or turn the face to the right side for 4 to 5 days.




chads108

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


Dinolord

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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