Question 1: A 40-year-old man has complained of hearing loss that has gradually worsened over the past few months. He has difficulty hearing the television and having a telephone conversation.
After seeing the primary provider today, he was diagnosed with cerumen impaction.
a. Discuss how you will educate the patient about the diagnosis of cerumen impaction.
b. What is your priority for care of this patient? Give your rationale.
Question 2: A 54-year-old man had a cochlear implant placed 5 years ago and has been admitted to the medical-surgical unit due to implant malfunction.
a. Develop a plan of action for communicating with this patient.
b. What should you know about cochlear implants to communicate effectively with the patient?
c. What environmental conditions should be considered to promote patient
d. Which members of the health care team should be informed about this patient's communication needs?
Question 3: A nurse is providing care for a patient who has been diagnosed with glaucoma. What information needs to be included in the education of a patient with glaucoma?
Question 4: A patient scheduled to have a cataract surgery has a lot of questions. What information about postoperative care and patient teaching for this patient undergoing cataract surgery needs to be completed?
Question 5: You are caring for a patient who is blind. What strategies might the nurse use providing care and interacting with this patient?