Astigmatism is:
A) The bending of light at angulated surfaces.
B) The nonuniform curvature of the cornea, lens, or retina.
C) A disorder of accommodation in which the lens cannot bring near objects in focus.
D) A disorder of accommodation in which the lens cannot bring far objects in focus.
Ans: B) The nonuniform curvature of the cornea, lens, or retina.
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a. Are sent to nursing homes as soon as they become infirm or unable to contribute to family life b. Are cared for at home by their family c. Are placed in a nursing home only if they do not have family members to care for them d. Both B and C
A client with bipolar disorder is having a disturbed thought process. Which of the following nursing interventions can help the client to be oriented and accurately perceive circumstances surrounding admission?
A) Provide ample information. B) Listen and supporting the client when in delusion. C) Reduce distracting stimuli. D) Offer a large-muscle activity.
The nurse is obtaining her patient's health history related to infections. What are appropriate questions the nurse will ask the patient? Select all that apply
a. "Have you recently traveled out of the country?" b. "How would you describe your current stress level?" c. "Do you know your approximate weight?" d. "What is your normal blood pressure and heart rate?"
A client is having genetic testing done before being prescribed a medication. How should the nurse explain the rationale for the test?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "This test can warn us that you may be allergic to this medication." 2. "The test results will help us decide the best dose of the medication for you." 3. "The test will help us minimize the adverse effects you experience from the medication." 4. "The test results will help us decide which medication from the drug class will be most effective for you." 5. "This testing will help us choose the least expensive medication for you."