Which Finding in an Emergency Department Patient Who Reports Being

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which finding in an emergency department patient who reports being struck in the right eye with a fist is a priority for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider?

• A)The patient complains of a right-sided headache.
• B)The sclera on the right eye has broken blood vessels.
• C)The area around the right eye is bruised and tender to the touch.
• D)The patient complains of "a curtain" over part of the visual field.

---

Definitions:

Status Quo

The existing state of affairs or current condition, often used to describe a situation that remains unchanged.

Marginalized

Refers to individuals or groups that are pushed to the edge of society, resulting in limited access to resources and opportunities.

Discrimination

Negative behavior toward an individual solely on the basis of that person’s membership in a particular group.

Managerial Position

A role within an organization that involves overseeing the work of other employees and making decisions related to the management and operation of the business.