The Nurse Is Assessing a Client Who Is 34 Weeks

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing a client who is 34 weeks pregnant. Which visual changes are usually normal in this stage in pregnancy and should disappear at some point after delivery?

• A) The client is complaining that her eyes feel very dry.
• B) She states that she is experiencing blurry vision.
• C) Periorbital edema is noted.
• D) Cataracts are noted.
• E) She has been unable to wear her contact lenses.

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Definitions:

Cranium

The part of the skull that encloses the brain, consisting of the frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital bones.

Temporal Bone

A bone of the skull located at the side of the head containing the organs of hearing and balance.

Parietal Bone

A bone forming the central side and upper back part of each side of the skull.

Occipital Bone

A cranial bone situated at the lower back part of the skull, forming the base and back wall of the skull.