The nurse explains to the client that the condition in which inflammation occurs in the middle ear and can cause temporary conductive hearing loss is:
a. acoustic neuroma c. otitis media
b. Ménière's disease d. otosclerosis
C
Otitis media, an inflammation of the middle ear, is often the cause of temporary conductive hearing loss. Otitis media occurs more frequently in children than in adults. Antibiotics are usually the medication of choice.
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A client reports leg pain when walking or standing, and occasional pain during periods of rest. This type of data is known as:
a. a defining characteristic c. objective b. inadequate d. subjective
The nurse prepares PCA for a postoperative client in the postanesthesia recovery unit (PACU). To rule out contraindications to therapy, which should the nurse assess before the client receives PCA? (Select all that apply.)
1. Consider client cognitive level. 2. Evaluate client communication. 3. Confirm two separate IV infusions. 4. Determine client physical ability. 5. Assess for history of constipation. 6. Verify client medication allergies.
The client's knowledge base about the drugs used is part of the:
a. plan. b. analysis. c. subjective database. d. objective database.
A nurse understands that certain medications can boost the production of red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets in patient. What is the name of this group of medications?
1. Colony stimulating factors 2. Hematopoietic growth factors 3. Anticoagulants 4. Hemostatics