Author Question: The nurse is taking care of client who is being treated for shock. Into which position should the ... (Read 50 times)

nautica902 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

The nurse is taking care of client who is being treated for shock. Into which position should the nurse place the client to promote blood flow to the brain?

A) Lithotomy
B) Lateral
C) Trendelenburg
D) Reverse Trendelenburg

Question 2

During a routine eye examination, an elderly client provides a family history of open
angle glaucoma. What early symptom of open-angle glaucoma should the nurse assess
for in this client?

A) Temporary blurring of vision
B) Central blindness
C) Halos around lights
D) Flashers and floaters

Eunice618 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Trendelenburg position (the head-down, lying with the head lower than the feet) is used to treat shock, by promoting blood flow to the brain. This position is also used for some portions of postural drainage, to help drain secretions from particular segments of the lungs. Dorsal lithotomy position is lying on the back, with the feet in stirrups, and the lateral is lying on the side. The supine position may be modified by bending the knees and placing the feet flat on the bed. Reverse Trendelenburg position may be used to enhance tube feeding and as an emergency procedure to help stop bleeding in a head injury.

Answer to Question 2

A