Asked by Jackie Vidal on May 16, 2024
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A nurse is establishing a relationship with the patient who is severely visually impaired and is teaching the patient how to contact the nurse for assistance. Which action will the nurse take?
A) Place a raised Braille sticker on the call button.
B) Explain to the patient that a staff person will stop by once an hour to see if the patient needs anything.
C) Instruct the patient to tell a family member to get the attention of the staff.
D) Color code the call light system.
Visually Impaired
A term describing individuals who have reduced vision that cannot be corrected to normal levels through usual means such as glasses or contact lenses.
Braille Sticker
Adhesive labels embossed with Braille characters that can be attached to various objects, aiding visually impaired individuals in identifying them.
Call Button
A device used by patients to alert healthcare providers or caregivers to their need for assistance.
- Identify the significance of assistive technologies and alterations in the environment to aid individuals with sensory disabilities.
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Hamzinah NishaMay 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The nurse should devise a plan of care that is accommodating of the patient's visual deficit. Placing a sticker on the call light allows the patient to page the nurse for assistance as needed. Using family members is not the best option. Making hourly rounds is not sufficient; the nurse needs to ensure that the patient can get in touch at any time. Color coding the call light will not help a severely visually impaired patient.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the significance of assistive technologies and alterations in the environment to aid individuals with sensory disabilities.