A Patient Has Blindness Related to a Functional Neurological (Conversion)

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient has blindness related to a functional neurological (conversion) disorder. To help the patient eat, the nurse should:

• A) establish a "buddy" system with other patients who can feed the patient at each meal.
• B) expect the patient to feed himself or herself after explaining the arrangement of the food on the tray.
• C) direct the patient to locate items on the tray independently and feed himself or herself unassisted.
• D) address the needs of other patients in the dining room, and then feed this patient.

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Definitions:

Higher-Frequency

Refers to waves or events that occur at an increased rate per unit time, often associated with higher energy levels in the context of electromagnetic spectrums.

Lower-Frequency

Pertaining to waves, especially sound or electromagnetic waves, that have a relatively long wavelength and low rate of vibration.

Basilar Membrane

A key structure within the cochlea of the inner ear, responsible for mechanotransduction in auditory perception.

Oval Window

A membrane-covered opening that leads from the middle ear to the inner ear and is critical in the process of converting sound waves into nerve impulses.