When making an initial assessment on a patient with a hearing deficit, the patient reports that he often feels off balance and is dizzy when he stands up. Which diagnosis might explain these symptoms?
a. Sinus infection
b. Rubella
c. Otalgia
d. Presbycusis
A
A sinus infection can be an acute cause of hearing deficits and can create problems with balance.
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1. Careful nursing 2. Tidal model of care 3. Healing environment 4. Curative point nursing
A nurse is helping an older woman undress and notices the woman's knee-high hose have left deep indentations. The woman has diabetes. Does this pose a risk to the patient?
A) No, the indentations will go away. B) No, knee-high hose are more comfortable. C) Yes, these are a safety hazard and should not be worn. D) Yes, these can obstruct lower extremity circulation.
What should the nurse instruct the parents to do when teaching them about temperature monitoring for a child?
a. Use only a glass mercury thermometer. b. Take the temperature after shivering subsides. c. Avoid the use of tepid water sponging for fever. d. Take the temperature, but adjust the reading if the child has eaten a popsicle.
The Joint Commission (TJC) is a voluntary accrediting agency that is nationally recognized for its performance standards. A hospital accredited by the agency will most likely experience which outcome?
a. Improved patient outcomes b. Dedicated staff c. Higher salaries d. Loss of practicing physicians