The client aspirated a pea during a meal. The healthcare provider notes that the pea is located in the bronchus. When educating the client regarding the location of the pea, which is the correct location for the nurse to use?
1. A.
2. B.
3. C.
4. D.
Correct Answer: 1
The right main bronchus is shorter, wider, and more vertical than the left bronchus; therefore, aspirated objects are more likely to enter the right lung.
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1. Research the options that will work best for the nursing staff and the hospital. 2. Speak positively of the change to ensure the most "buy-in" from the nurses. 3. Encourage the other administrators to choose the option that is easiest for the nurses. 4. Ensure that each nurse is aware of the change and why it is necessary.
What age group is balancing work and other roles as a developmental task?
a. Middle adulthood b. Young adulthood c. Older adulthood d. Late adulthood
You are caring for a patient who has just had a radical mastectomy and axillary node dissection. When doing patient education what should be included regarding hand and arm care of the affected side?
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