The nurse has determined that a client has an acute sore throat. What is the nurse's best action?
a. Assess whether the client can speak.
b. Call an ear-nose-throat specialist.
c. Administer an antibiotic.
d. Give the client ice chips.
A
A dry cough and difficulty swallowing may indicate that the client is developing laryngitis. The nurse should assess whether the client can speak or shows any changes in his or her voice. The other interventions are not appropriate.
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