Which disorder(s) might limit a patient's visual field? Select all that apply
a. Diabetes
b. Advanced glaucoma
c. Peripheral vascular disease
d. Cataracts
A, B, D
Poorly controlled diabetes, cataracts, macular degeneration, and advanced glaucoma may limit the visual field. Peripheral vascular disease may be associated with diabetes, but it occurs in the extremities, not the eyes.
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a. "Did you recently start a new prescription for Pyridium?" b. "Did you recently drink a lot of cranberry juice?" c. "Have you noticed any blood on the tissue when you wipe yourself?" d. "Please make an appointment with the office right away."
A nurse who works in a neonatal intensive care unit is caring for a critically ill infant with a poor prognosis. She is Christian and feels responsible to care for both the physical and spiritual needs of the infant and his parents
What is the best statement for the nurse to make to the parents of the infant? a. "You should have the child baptized so that its soul will be saved." b. "Would you like me to call the chaplain to christen your child at the bedside?" c. "What can I do to support your spiritual needs?" d. "I have asked my pastor to stop by and talk to you."
The fuel for all body processes that traps energy released from food is (are)
a. electrons. b. acetyl coenzyme A. c. glucose-6-phosphate. d. adenosine triphosphate.
Hydrocephalus is suspected in a 4-month-old infant. Which would the nurse expect to assess?
A) Sunken fontanels B) Diminished reflexes C) Lower extremity spasticity D) Skull symmetry