NCLEX Style Study Question
Correct answer has been posted in the comments by Tanya
The nurse is explaining cryotherapy to a client who has a detached retina. The nurse should explain that the MAJOR purpose of cryotherapy in the treatment of detached retina is to
- create a scar that promotes healing
- disintegrate debris in the eye
- freeze small blood vessels
- halt secretions of the lacrimal duct
October 22nd, 2005 at 7:46 pm
2
October 23rd, 2005 at 9:27 am
3 the answer is three!!
October 24th, 2005 at 7:15 am
the answer is 3. i guess
October 24th, 2005 at 7:55 am
i think the answer is # 1. retinal detachment rarely heals spontaneously, so a scar is needed to promote healing.
October 24th, 2005 at 4:30 pm
i think the answer is 3
October 26th, 2005 at 6:50 pm
1
October 27th, 2005 at 7:13 pm
#1, Rational: Number one is the major reason, using the method of # 3 inwhich to do it.
October 27th, 2005 at 9:24 pm
# 3
October 27th, 2005 at 10:05 pm
3
October 27th, 2005 at 11:24 pm
#3
October 28th, 2005 at 5:38 pm
#1 is my answer
October 28th, 2005 at 6:00 pm
Correct Answer: 1
Cryotherapy is used to produce a chorioretinal adhesion or scar that allows the retina to return to its normal position. It does not involve the freezing of blood vessels or affect material in the vitreous. It wil not halt the action and function of the lacrimal duct.
October 29th, 2005 at 7:38 pm
# 1