A client has difficulty interpreting their awareness of body position in space. Which lobe is most likely to be damaged?

Choice A rationale

Dryness of the eyes, or xerophthalmia, is a common symptom of keratoconjunctivitis. It indicates the involvement of the conjunctiva and cornea, often seen in conditions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis.

Choice B rationale

Skin peeling on the eyelids suggests severe involvement of the ocular adnexa and can be a sign of advancing keratoconjunctivitis. This symptom reflects significant mucocutaneous damage.

Choice C rationale

Pruritus, or itching, is less specific for keratoconjunctivitis and more commonly associated with allergic reactions or less severe irritations. It is not a primary indicator of the disease's progression.

Choice D rationale

Burning of the eyes is a symptom of keratoconjunctivitis, indicating inflammation and irritation of the conjunctiva and cornea. This symptom helps in identifying the progression of the condition. .

Choice A rationale

Assessing the client's verbal response is the first step in evaluating their level of consciousness (LOC). It provides immediate information about their ability to communicate and follow commands.

Choice B rationale

Assessing the client's response to pain is a later step in the LOC assessment if the client does not respond to verbal stimuli. It helps determine the level of consciousness if the client is not verbally responsive.

Choice C rationale

Assessing the client's judgment is part of a cognitive assessment but is not the first action when assessing LOC. It evaluates higher brain functions, not the initial level of responsiveness.

Choice D rationale

Assessing the client's ability to follow complex commands is part of a cognitive assessment and provides information about higher brain function but is not the first step in LOC assessment.