The client has a furuncle on the pinna at the opening of the ear canal. Which action should the nurse tell the client to avoid when caring for this problem at home?
A. "Take aspirin or acetaminophen for pain relief."
B. "Use the antibiotic ointment on the area as prescribed."
C. "Gently compress the furuncle until all the exudate has been expressed."
D. "Apply a heating pad on a low setting to the area for 20 minutes three times a day."
C
Compressing or squeezing the furuncle can traumatize tissues and can force infective material deeper into the tissue layers, spreading the infection.
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Which condition frequently results from chronic or recurrent bacterial otitis media extending into the bone and structures surrounding the middle ear?
a. acoustic neuroma c. Ménière's disease b. mastoiditis d. otosclerosis
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a. Nothing, the IV flow rate is correct. b. Increase the drip rate to 10 gtt/15 seconds. c. Increase the drip rate to 15 gtt/15 seconds. d. Decrease the drip rate to 6 gtt/15 seconds.
The nurse realizes that a patient receiving chemotherapy for cancer is at risk for developing an infection. What actions should the nurse take when caring for this patient?
Select all that apply. 1. Monitoring red blood cell counts monthly. 2. Teaching the patient to avoid small children. 3. Teaching the patient to apply lotion daily to clean skin to prevent drying. 4. Encouraging the patient to consume a diet high in protein and vitamin C. 5. Teaching the patient to report an oral temperature above 98° F.