Nursing Management: Peripheral Nerve and Spinal Cord Conditions

Question 1 of 5

The nurse is assessing a patient with newly diagnosed trigeminal neuralgia. Which of the following parameters should the nurse assess?

A. Triggers that lead to facial pain

B. Visual problems caused by ptosis

C. Poor appetite caused by a loss of taste

D. Weakness on the affected side of the face

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Question 2 of 5

Which of the following actions should the nurse take when assessing a patient with trigeminal neuralgia?

A. Examine the mouth and teeth thoroughly.

B. Have the patient clench and relax the jaw and eyes.

C. Identify trigger zones by lightly touching the affected side.

D. Gently palpate the face to compare skin temperature bilaterally.

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Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a patient with trigeminal neuralgia who has had a glycerol rhizotomy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?

A. Ask whether the patient is using an eye shield at night.

B. Determine whether the patient is doing daily facial exercises.

C. Question the patient about social activities with family and friends.

D. Remind the patient to chew food on the unaffected side of the mouth.

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Question 4 of 5

Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care for a patient who is experiencing trigeminal neuralgia?

A. Teach facial and jaw relaxation techniques.

B. Assess intake and output and dietary intake.

C. Apply ice packs for no more than 20 minutes.

D. Spend time at the bedside talking with the patient.

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Question 5 of 5

The nurse is teaching a patient who is at risk for Bell's palsy because of previous herpes simplex infection. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

A. Call the doctor if pain or herpes lesions occur near the ear.

B. Treatment of herpes with antiviral agents prevents Bell's palsy.

C. You may be able to prevent Bell's palsy by doing facial exercises regularly.

D. Medications to treat Bell's palsy work only if started before paralysis onset.

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