A nurse teaches a patient with exopthalmos how to reduce discomfort and prevent corneal ulceration. The nurse recognizes that the teaching is understood when the patient says “I should…”
  1. …not move my extraocular muscles.”
  2. …elevate the head of my bed at night.”
  3. …eliminate excessive blinking.”
  4. …avoid using a sleeping mask at night.”
Explanation
Answer - D - The nurse recognizes that the teaching is understood when the patient says, “I should avoid using a sleeping mask at night.” The mask may irritate or scratch the eyes if the patient turns and lies on it during the night.
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