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Question 1 of 5

A client diagnosed with moderate Alzheimer's has been admitted to a long-term care facility. Which of the following are appropriate activities for the nurse to include in the care plan?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Listening to music, watching TV, or videos is appropriate as these activities are calming, familiar, and engaging for clients with moderate Alzheimer's, supporting emotional well-being without being overly complex or stimulating.

Question 2 of 5

A client with a new diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia is receiving education to prevent triggering an acute onset. Which of the following will the nurse include in teaching?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Alternative therapies like yoga, biofeedback, or meditation can help manage stress and reduce triggers for trigeminal neuralgia, unlike actions that stimulate the face.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client following cataract surgery. Which of the following comments from the client should the nurse report to the client's provider?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Severe pain in the eye post-cataract surgery may indicate complications such as infection, inflammation, bleeding, or increased intraocular pressure, necessitating immediate reporting to the provider.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is teaching a client about diagnostic vision tests. The nurse should include that which of the following tests is performed to diagnose macular degeneration?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The Amsler grid test is used to diagnose macular degeneration by detecting distortions or missing areas in the grid, indicating damage to the macula.

Question 5 of 5

A client asks the nurse to explain what metabolic syndrome is. Which of the following will the nurse include in education about risk factors for this syndrome?

Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E

Rationale: All listed factors—obesity, high blood pressure, high triglycerides, hypercholesterolemia, and hyperglycemia—are risk factors for metabolic syndrome, contributing to insulin resistance and cardiovascular disease.

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