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How does environmental stimulation reach our brain through sensory receptors?
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13. The Peripheral Nervous System
Introduction to Sensory Receptors
Multiple Choice
Which action by the nurse has the highest priority in maintaining homeostasis for a client diagnosed with vertigo?
A
Maintaining a quiet and dimly lit environment
B
Administering anti-nausea medication
C
Encouraging the client to perform balance exercises
D
Ensuring the client remains hydrated
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Understand the condition: Vertigo is a sensation of spinning or dizziness, often caused by inner ear problems. It can lead to nausea, imbalance, and disorientation.
Identify the primary goal: The highest priority in maintaining homeostasis for a client with vertigo is to minimize symptoms and prevent exacerbation of dizziness and nausea.
Evaluate the options: Consider how each action impacts the client's symptoms and overall comfort. A quiet and dimly lit environment can help reduce sensory overload, which may worsen vertigo symptoms.
Consider physiological effects: Administering anti-nausea medication can help manage nausea but does not directly address the dizziness. Encouraging balance exercises might be beneficial long-term but could exacerbate symptoms initially.
Prioritize actions: Ensuring a quiet and dimly lit environment is likely the most immediate and effective way to maintain homeostasis by reducing stimuli that can worsen vertigo symptoms.
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