Bells Palsy Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What nerve does bells palsy affect
A
Cranial nerve 7
2
Q
What does the client with bells palsy suffer from
A
Temporary facial paralysis that affects chewing, eating and closing eyes
3
Q
What is the treatment for bells palsy
A
Eye patch at night
Artificial tears
Glasses to protect eyes
Steroids reduce edema and swelling
4
Q
Bells Palsy NCLEX tips
A
There is no specific diagnostic
Most symptoms resolve in 2 weeks to months
Mimics a stroke - but a stroke will also affect arms/legs/gait
