The nurse is preparing to assess the patient's thyroid gland. Which action is appropriate?
1) Asking the patient to identify a scent
2) Asking the patient to swallow water
3) Asking the patient to identify a taste
4) Asking the person to repeat 99
Question 2
Which is the correct technique for using the bell portion of the stethoscope?
1) Avoid touching the bell during auscultation
2) Hold the bell lightly on the chest wall
3) Apply light pressure with the bell slightly tilted up
4) Hold the bell firmly against the chest wall
The patient interview often requires note taking.
A patient centered care approach
A partnership between the patient and the health care provider.
Diagram showing the sites of action of different antihypertensive drugs.
Mechanism of action of anticoagulant
Thyroid Function