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Awilson837

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The nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client following ear surgery in an ambulatory care center. Which of the following would the nurse include in the teaching plan for this client?
 
  A) When changing positions, sit or stand up quickly to force the ears to adjust.
  B) Report any fever, headache, vertigo, or ear pain immediately.
  C) When lying down, lie on the operative side to facilitate drainage.
  D) Resume normal activities after about 1 week following a check-up.

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client who is not able to meet the planned short-term goals. What
  step of the nursing process should the nurse follow before notifying the physician?
 
  A) Nursing assessment
  B) Implementation
  C) Planning
  D) Evaluation



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Answer to Question 1

B
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The nurse should instruct the client to report any fever, headache, vertigo, or ear pain immediately. The nurse should also instruct the client to change positions slowly, lie on the side prescribed by the surgeon, and resume normal activities in about 2 weeks after being checked by the surgeon.

Answer to Question 2

D



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