An expected nursing intervention for a patient diagnosed with Bell's palsy would be which of the following?
A) Applying a protective eye shield
B) Encouraging the patient to eat on the affected side
C) Avoiding analgesics
D) Avoiding brushing of the teeth
Ans: A
Feedback: Corneal irritation and ulceration may occur if the eye is unprotected. While paralysis lasts, the involved eye must be protected. The patient is encouraged to eat on the unaffected side, due to swallowing difficulties. Analgesics are used to control the facial pain. The patient should continue to provide self-care including oral hygiene.
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