When instructing an adult client about the administration of nose drops, nurse tells the client to assume what position:
a. seated in the upright position.
b. in supine position with the neck hyperextended to 90 degrees.
c. in supine position with the neck hyperextended to 45 degrees.
d. in any comfortable position.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: This is the appropriate position for administering nasal spray.
B Correct: This is the appropriate position for administering nasal drops.
C Incorrect: This is not the proper head angle.
D Incorrect: This is not the rationale for positioning a client for nasal drops.
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