When preparing a patient teaching session on retinopathy, the nurse should include which intervention(s) when discussing treatments for slowing the progression of the disease? (Select all that apply.)
a. Glucose control
b. Blood pressure control
c. Laser therapy
d. Cornea transplant
A, B, C
Better control of glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol can assist in halting the progression of retinopathy. Laser therapy is also a treatment. Cornea transplant is not an option.
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The rising incidence of abusive head trauma (AHT) alerts the community nurse to focus on
a. Taking at-risk babies out of violent households b. Placing babies under the care of community health nurses c. Educating and providing support to new parents d. Helping those affected seek proper legal representation
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