Neurologic Testing of the Patient by the Nurse Indicates Impaired

question 11

Multiple Choice

Neurologic testing of the patient by the nurse indicates impaired functioning of the left glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX) and the vagus nerve (CN X) . Based on these findings, the nurse plans to

• A) insert an oral airway.
• B) withhold oral fluid or foods.
• C) provide highly seasoned foods.
• D) apply artificial tears every hour.

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