Question

match each patient condition with an example of a risk for that patient.
impaired mental function
decreased hearing
taking medication
changes in blood vessels
unaware of warnings
dizziness
confusion
visual disturbances

Explanation:

• Impaired mental function affects cognitive clarity, leading to confusion.
• Decreased hearing means a patient may not perceive auditory warnings, so they are unaware of warnings.
• Some medications have side effects like dizziness, so taking medication can cause dizziness.
• Changes in blood vessels (e.g., in the eyes or related to circulation) can lead to visual disturbances.

Answer:

• Impaired mental function - Confusion
• Decreased hearing - Unaware of warnings
• Taking medication - Dizziness
• Changes in blood vessels - Visual disturbances