The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Exophthalmos Secondary

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with exophthalmos secondary to Graves' disease.What nursing interventions are appropriate for this patient?

• A) Myotic eyedrops and privacy
• B) Television and other diversionary activities
• C) An accepting attitude and lubricating eyedrops
• D) Reassurance that the symptoms will resolve when the Graves' disease is under control

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Definitions:

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A condition resulting from a diet lacking in proper nutrients or the body's inability to absorb them.