Asked by Shirley Puinno on May 27, 2024

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A nurse is providing care to a group of patients. Which patient will the nurse see first\bold{first}first ?

A) A child about to receive a normal saline enema
B) A teenager about to receive loperamide for diarrhea
C) An older patient with glaucoma about to receive an enema
D) A middle-aged patient with myocardial infarction about to receive docusate sodium

Glaucoma

Abnormal condition of elevated pressure within an eye caused by obstruction of the outflow of aqueous humor. If untreated, it often results in peripheral visual loss, decreased visual acuity with difficulty adapting to darkness, and a halo effect around lights.

Myocardial Infarction

A medical condition more commonly known as a heart attack, occurring when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked for a long enough time that part of the heart muscle is damaged or dies.

Normal Saline Enema

A type of enema utilizing a solution of sodium chloride in water, used to cleanse the lower bowel or treat mild dehydration.

  • Prioritize care for a diverse patient population with gastrointestinal issues.
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Maria RomuloMay 30, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
An enema is contradicted in a patient with glaucoma; this patient should be seen first. All the rest are expected. A child can receive normal saline enemas since they are isotonic. Loperamide, an antidiarrheal, is given for diarrhea. Docusate sodium is given to soften stool for patients with myocardial infarction to prevent straining.