A nurse gives a presentation regarding eye health at a wellness clinic. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the teaching?
A) Avoid reading under halogen lights
B) Cardiovascular exercise three times a week
C) Get 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night
D) Wearing sunglasses with UV-absorbing lenses
Ans: D
Poor nutrition, cigarette smoking, and exposure to sunlight are associated with the development of eye diseases. Poor lighting and exposure to sunlight are risk factors that can readily be addressed through simple self-care practices.
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The nurse practitioner (NP) infiltrates with lidocaine the area around a lesion to be incised. For optimal anesthesia, the NP should anticipate a waiting period of
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