Author Question: A nurse is caring for a patient with a stroke that has impacted her ability to see. Which area of ... (Read 10 times)

Beheh · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A nurse is caring for a patient with a stroke that has impacted her ability to see. Which area of the brain was likely impacted by the stroke that is responsible for visual function?

a. Parietal lobes
b. Frontal lobes
c. Occipital lobes
d. Temporal lobes

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient receiving enteral feedings. She appropriately delegates the following to the UAP: (Select all that apply.)

a. Verify tube placement
b. Perform oral care
c. Administer tube feeding
d. Obtain vital signs and report results

dudman123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The occipital lobes process visual information. The frontal lobes of the cerebrum are the areas of the brain responsible for voluntary motor function, concentration, communication, decision making, and personality. The parietal lobes are responsible for the sense of touch, distinguishing the shape and texture of objects. The temporal lobes are concerned with the senses of hearing and smell.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D
Administering an enteral feeding may be delegated, at the nurse's discretion, to UAP in accordance with state regulations and facility policies and procedures. The nurse should verify tube placement and assess the patient prior to delegating this procedure. The UAP can perform oral care and obtain vital signs and report results.