The nurse teaches a patient diagnosed with Bell's Palsy about the use of an eye patch to prevent which eye complication?

Conjunctivitis

Retinal Detachment

Corneal abrasion

Chalzion

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is not a typical complication of Bell's Palsy.

B. Retinal detachment is unrelated to the incomplete eye closure seen in Bell’s Palsy.

C. Bell's Palsy often results in incomplete eye closure, which can lead to drying and irritation of the cornea, increasing the risk for corneal abrasions. An eye patch protects the cornea by helping the eye stay moist and protected from injury.

D. A chalazion is a small eyelid bump caused by blocked oil glands, not associated with Bell’s Palsy.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. A pH within the normal range, a PaCO2 within the normal range, and an improved PaO2 level suggest effective treatment for an asthma attack, indicating adequate gas exchange and resolution of respiratory distress.

B. A pH of 7.52 and low PaCO2 suggest respiratory alkalosis, which can occur with hyperventilation and may indicate overventilation rather than effective asthma treatment.

C. This result shows elevated PaCO2 and borderline low PaO2, indicating ongoing respiratory acidosis and hypoxia, suggesting the treatment is not yet effective.

D. This ABG result shows low pH, indicating acidosis, and a low bicarbonate level, which may indicate metabolic acidosis rather than effective asthma management.

A. Bradycardia B. Sepsis C. Hypertension D. Respiratory compromise

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Bradycardia is possible due to autonomic dysfunction but is not the leading cause of death.

B. Sepsis can occur due to immobility and pressure injuries but is secondary to respiratory compromise.

C. Hypertension is not directly linked to high cervical spine injuries and is less common than respiratory issues in this setting.

D. Respiratory compromise is the primary cause of complications or death in patients with a high cervical spine injury (C-3 and above) due to loss of innervation to the diaphragm and intercostal muscles, which impairs spontaneous breathing. Mechanical ventilation is often required to maintain adequate oxygenation.

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ABG Value	Normal Range
pH	7.35- 7.45
PaCO2	35-45 mm Hg
HCO3	22-25 mEq/L
Base excess	-2 to +2
PaO2	80-95 mm Hg
SaO2	>95%

The nurse teaches a patient diagnosed with Bell's Palsy about the use of an eye patch to prevent which eye complication?

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Correct Answer is D

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