Exam 52: Nursing Care of Patients With Sensory Disorders: Vision and Hearing

The nurse is assisting in the evaluation of the effectiveness of teaching for a patient who has severe visual impairment. Which statement by the patient indicates additional teaching is needed?

The nurse is assisting with the care of a patient being prepared for emergency intervention for a detached retina. If the nurse asks the patient about the ability to maintain a reclining position for 16 hours, which procedure is planned for this patient?

The nurse is reinforcing teaching provided to a patient recovering from a stapedectomy. Which patient statement indicates teaching has been effective?

The nurse is preparing to assist the HCP with the incision of a carbuncle in the ear canal of a patient. Which specific manifestation does the nurse associate with the patient's diagnosis?

The nurse is collecting data from a patient with a detached retina. Which findings does the nurse expect in this patient? (Select all that apply.)