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javeds

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on: Jul 22, 2018
The nurse will be most concerned about the risk of malnutrition for a patient with which sensory deficit?
 
  a. Xerostomia
  b. Dysequilibrium
  c. Diabetic retinopathy
  d. Peripheral neuropathy

Question 2

A patient has both hearing and visual sensory impairments. Which psychological nursing diagnosis will the nurse add to the care plan?
 
  a. Risk for falls
  b. Self-care deficit
  c. Social isolation
  d. Impaired physical mobility


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manuelcastillo

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Xerostomia is a decrease in production of saliva; this decreases the ability and desire to eat and can lead to nutritional problems. The other options do not address taste- or nutrition-related concerns. Dysequilibrium is balance. Diabetic retinopathy affects vision. Peripheral neuropathy includes numbness and tingling of the affected areas and stumbling gait.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
In focusing on the psychological aspect of care, the nurse is most concerned about social isolation for a patient who may have difficulty communicating owing to visual and hearing impairment. Self-care deficit, impaired physical mobility, and fall risk are physiological risks for the patient.


javeds

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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