The nurse is caring for a client in a physician's office whose x-ray of the sinus reveals exudate in the maxillary sinus. Which equipment must the nurse have present in the room?
A) Otoscope
B) Ophthalmoscope
C) Irrigation equipment
D) Tuning fork
C
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Note the keyword as "must". The nurse would have sinus irrigation equipment available for the physician as saline irrigation of the maxillary sinus is done to remove exudate and promote drainage. This is most helpful as a condition which could lead to an infection is documented. An otoscope and tuning fork may be present in the room for further assessment. An ophthalmoscope is typically not needed.
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