The nurse notes that a client was treated for labyrinthitis on a previous admission. To determine whether the problem has resolved, the nurse should ask the client:
1. "Have you noticed any drainage from your ears?"
2. "Are you still having earaches?"
3. "Are you having difficulty with your balance?"
4. "Do you ever have ringing in your ears?"
Answer: 3
1. Drainage and earaches indicate an ear infection.
2. Earaches would relate to an ear infection and/or ruptured ear drum.
3. The inner ear, or labyrinth, contains receptors that respond to gravity and head position, helping to maintain balance.
4. Ringing in the ears can be a sign of ASA toxicity.
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