The nurse is caring for an elderly client who complains of vision problems. The client complains of dry eyes and keeps rubbing them to stimulate tearing for moisture. The client has glasses but keeps squinting and trying to focus
In addition, the client is thin and has little appetite. Which vitamin does the nurse suspect might be deficient for this client? 1. Vitamin A
2. Vitamin B-6
3. Vitamin C
4. Vitamin D
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Rationale: Xerophthalmia (dry eyes), problems seeing well in dim light, or problems with night vision are characteristic of vitamin A deficiency. The nurse would want to question if the client also has problems with night vision. Deficiencies of vitamins B6, C, and D do not cause visual problems.
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A nurse is attempting to address a concern using the problem-solving model—an integral part of the therapeutic relationship. Which steps should the nurse recognize that are part of this model?
A) Identifying and defining the problem B) Identifying alternative solutions to the problem C) Weighing advantages and disadvantages of each alternative D) Trying all alternatives before deciding on the final one