The nurse notes that a patient has an irregularly shaped pupil in the left eye. The nurse will:
A) Ask the patient whether this is normal for him or her.
B) Check the patient's pupillary responses again.
C) Refer the patient to an ophthalmologist immediately.
D) Use a stronger light source to check the anterior chamber.
A
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A) Automaticity B) Responsiveness C) Contractility D) Elasticity
A patient who is postoperative day 1 following neck dissection surgery has rung his call bell complaining of numb fingers, stiff hands, and a tingling sensation in his lips and around his mouth
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A) "You will notice a pinpoint red rash on your chest." B) "Your hair will start to come out in clumps." C) "You will notice excess facial and body hair." D) "Your breasts will become enlarged and swollen."
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A) Progressive failure to adapt B) Feelings of anger or hostility C) Reunion wish or fantasy D) Feelings of alienation or isolation