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Average Score: 73%
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The client is diagnosed with BellÔÇÖs palsy. Which intervention should the nurse implement to protect the clientÔÇÖs affected eye?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
BellÔÇÖs palsy causes facial paralysis, impairing eye closure and risking corneal damage. An eye patch at night protects the eye from drying and injury. Corticosteroids reduce inflammation, blinking is encouraged, and antibiotics are not indicated.