What is dysarthria?
a. difficult in pronouncing words
b. an inability to swallow
c. painful joints
d. a general disability to function
Ans: A
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A) They provide increased compliance. B) They decrease the length of illness. C) They have synergistic antiviral effects. D) They decrease all opportunistic infections.
Postural drainage with percussion and vibration is ordered twice daily for a patient with chronic bronchitis. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
a. Schedule the procedure 1 hour after the patient eats. b. Maintain the patient in the lateral position for 20 minutes. c. Perform percussion before assisting the patient to the drainage position. d. Give the ordered albuterol (Proventil) before the patient receives the therapy.
The health team exchanges information. They send and receive messages. This is:
a. Gossip b. Communication c. Reporting d. Resolving conflict
Which parental statements indicate correct understanding of the care that is needed for a pediatric client after the insertion of tympanostomy tubes? Select all that apply
1. "It is important to limit my child's diet after surgery and only allow soft, bland foods." 2. "I should restrict my child to quiet activities after surgery." 3. "I should plan to administer a decongestant to my child for 1 to 2 weeks following surgery." 4. "It is important for my child to drink plenty of fluids after the procedure." 5. "I will remind my child to use ear plugs prior to showering and swimming."