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Sportsfan2111 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A nurse works in an allergy clinic. What task performed by the nurse takes priority?

a. Checking emergency equipment each morning
b. Ensuring informed consent is obtained as needed
c. Providing educational materials in several languages
d. Teaching clients how to manage their allergies

Question 2

A client with acquired immune deficiency syndrome and esophagitis due to Candida fungus is scheduled for an endoscopy. What actions by the nurse are most appropriate? (Select all that apply.)

a. Assess the client's mouth and throat.
b. Determine if the client has a stiff neck.
c. Ensure that the consent form is on the chart.
d. Maintain NPO status as prescribed.
e. Percuss the client's abdomen.

jointhecircus · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
All actions are appropriate for this nurse; however, client safety is the priority. The nurse should ensure that emergency equipment is available and in good working order and that sufficient supplies of emergency medications are on hand as the priority responsibility. When it is appropriate for a client to give informed consent, the nurse ensures the signed forms are on the chart. Providing educational materials in several languages is consistent with holistic care. Teaching is always a major responsibility of all nurses.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D
Oral Candida fungal infections can lead to esophagitis. This is diagnosed with an endoscopy and biopsy. The nurse assesses the client's mouth and throat beforehand, ensures valid consent is on the chart, and maintains the client in NPO status as prescribed. A stiff neck and abdominal percussion are not related to this diagnostic procedure.