A client who has had acute tonsillitis develops drooling and reports severe throat pain. What is the nurse's priority intervention?
a. Assess the throat for deviation of the uvu-la.
b. Prepare the client for surgery.
c. Teach the client about antibiotic therapy.
d. Prepare the client for percutaneous needle aspiration.
A
The nurse should first assess the throat for signs of peritonsillar abscess. If present, the nurse should call the health care provider immediately because aspiration of the abscess may be needed to maintain the airway.
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