Neurologic Testing of the Patient Indicates Impaired Functioning of the Left

question 7

Multiple Choice

Neurologic testing of the patient indicates impaired functioning of the left glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX) and the vagus nerve (CN X) . Which action will the nurse include in the plan of care?

• 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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Definitions:

Logical Reasoning

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Abstract Operations

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where individuals can think abstractly and reason logically.

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A stage of cognitive development, as defined by Piaget, in which individuals can think abstractly and logically.

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A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, typically occurring between ages 7 and 12, where children gain the ability to think logically about concrete events.