Which interventions would the nurse perform when an elderly client reports a change in hearing? Select all that apply
A) eliminating extraneous noise
B) speaking in a tone that includes shouting
C) reviewing prescribed medications
D) performing a Rinne test
E) reporting to the physician
A, C, E
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A client suspected to have myasthenia gravis is scheduled for the Tensilon (edrophonium chloride) test. Which prescribed medication does the nurse prepare to administer if complications of this test occur?
a. Epinephrine b. Atropine sulfate c. Diphenhydramine d. Neostigmine bromide
Which instructions should be included in the teaching plan for a client being discharged after the resolution of a mechanical obstruction resulting from fecal impaction?
A. "Eat a high-fiber diet and drink plenty of fluids." B. "Make a weekly appointment for disimpaction." C. "Take any over-the-counter laxative to prevent constipation." D. "Give yourself a Fleet enema if you are unable to have a bowel movement."
Root words written without prefixes or suffixes
A) are shown with a combining form. B) use two combining vowels. C) always use "y" as the combining vowel. D) tend to have very complex meanings.
When developing a teaching plan for a young man who is undergoing fertility studies, which information is most important for the nurse to include?
a. Engage in intercourse in the evening when testosterone levels are highest. b. Relax in a hot bath or Jacuzzi nightly to relieve stress. c. Wear boxer shorts instead of jockey shorts. d. Only engage in intercourse during your partner's fertile period.