When using an otoscope to assess the tympanic membrane of an adult, the nurse straightens the ear canal by gently pulling the pinna in which direction?
A) Up & Back
B) Down & Froward
C) Away from the examiner
D) In any direction
Answer: A) Up & Back
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Maria Hernandez, 76 years old, recently sustained a left hip fracture and dislocation while gardening in her yard. She underwent left total hip replacement surgery and is recovering on the orthopedic unit
Maria tells the nurse she is upset and does not feel at peace because she has been unable to attend church as a result of the injury. What is the best response by the nurse? a. Encourage her to read a book, magazine, or newspaper b. Suggest that she watch television to keep her mind distracted c. Offer to call the hospital's chaplain or cler-gyman to come pray with her d. Tell her to sleep so that her body can heal and return to a state of peacefulness
The nurse is caring for a patient who is ordered to receive PO trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) 160/800 QID to treat a urinary tract infection caused by E. coli. The nurse will contact the provider to clarify the correct
a. dose. b. drug. c. frequency. d. route.
In the majority of cases, pediatric clients are asked to give their consent or permission before receiving a procedure or treatment. This process is referred to as which of the following terms?
a. inclusion c. consideration b. assent d. co-permission
Which transcription is missing the frequency? 
A. Probanthine B. Cleocin C. Digoxin D. Dilantin