Which should the nurse include in the plan of care for a pediatric client diagnosed with otitis media with effusion? Select all that apply
1. Administration of antibiotic drops per order
2. Administration of pain relief measures
3. Assessment of hearing acuity over several months
4. Assessment of speech
5. Assessment of development
2, 3, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. Otitis media with effusion is not caused by a bacterial infection; therefore, the administration of antibiotic drops is not included in the plan of care.
2. Measures to address comfort should be included in the child's plan of care.
3. Hearing acuity assessments should be included in the child's plan of care.
4. Speech assessment should be included in the child's plan of care.
5. Assessment of development should be included in the child's plan of care.
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