A Client Is Having Trouble Finishing Her Meal Due to Unilateral

question 20

Multiple Choice

A client is having trouble finishing her meal due to unilateral neglect affecting the visual field. What is most likely causing this problem?

• A) The client is having trouble targeting her food with utensils.
• B) The client is not able to see all of the colors of the food.
• C) The client cannot see her entire plate.
• D) The client has lost her appetite.

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Definitions:

PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

Trauma

A deeply distressing or disturbing experience, often leading to psychological injury.

Panic Attack

A sudden episode of intense fear or anxiety and physical symptoms, based on a perceived threat rather than imminent danger.

Disabling

Refers to making something less effective or functional; in the context of health, it refers to conditions that significantly impair one's ability to perform daily activities.