The Nurse Is Reinforcing Teaching for a Chronically Ill Older

question 2

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reinforcing teaching for a chronically ill older patient to assist the patient in adapting to a chronic illness. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.?

• A)Try to ignore your symptoms as much as possible.
• B)Revise your daily schedule as needed to adjust to your illness.
• C)Understand your medical regimen, and follow it carefully.
• D)Limit your social contacts and activities.
• E)Plan ways to compensate for your limitations.

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Definitions:

Vitreous Humor

The clear gel that fills the space between the lens and the retina of the eyeball, helping maintain its shape and allowing light to pass through.

Fibrous Tunic

Outer layer of the eye; composed of the sclera and the cornea.

Transparent

Allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be distinctly seen; clear; see-through.

Anterior Portion

The anterior portion refers to the front part of an object or organism, often used in anatomical context to describe the position of structures within the body.