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ericka1

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on: Jun 25, 2018
A patient complains of dizziness when bending over and of nausea and dizziness associated with physical activities. The nurse will plan to teach the patient about
 
  a. tympanometry.
  b. rotary chair testing.
  c. pure-tone audiometry.
  d. bone-conduction testing.

Question 2

When the patient turns his head quickly during the admission assessment, the nurse observes nystagmus. What is the indicated nursing action?
 
  a. Assess the patient with a Rinne test.
  b. Place a fall-risk bracelet on the patient.
  c. Ask the patient to watch the mouths of staff when they are speaking.
  d. Remind unlicensed assistive personnel to speak loudly to the patient.


olivia_paige29

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The patient's clinical manifestations of dizziness and nausea suggest a disorder of the labyrinth, which controls balance and contains three semicircular canals and the vestibule. Rotary chair testing is used to test vestibular function. The other tests are used to test for problems with hearing.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Problems with balance related to vestibular function may present as nystagmus or vertigo and indicate an increased risk for falls. The Rinne test is used to check hearing. Reading lips and louder speech are compensatory behaviors for decreased hearing.


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