Author Question: A client tells the nurse that she has to swallow to improve her hearing. The nurse realizes that ... (Read 142 times)

Sufayan.ah · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client tells the nurse that she has to swallow to improve her hearing. The nurse realizes that this action:

1. causes the tympanic membrane to vibrate.
2. makes the hammer vibrate.
3. stabilizes equilibrium.
4. equalizes pressure.

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with asthma. The client's breath sounds initially had wheezing but are diminishing until no audible sounds are heard. This has occurred because:

1. swelling has increased, and it has blocked airways.
2. the attack has passed.
3. the client used an inhaler.
4. no mucus is present.

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

Answer to Question 1

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The middle ear is connected to the nasopharynx by the eustachian tubes, which serve as a channel to equalize pressure. The equalization of pressure is aided by yawning or swallowing. Swallowing does not cause the tympanic membrane to vibrate. This action does not cause the hammer to vibrate. This action also does not stabilize equilibrium.

Answer to Question 2

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This client needs to be evaluated immediately and receive prompt treatment to reduce the airway obstruction and reverse inflammation. Lack of audible breath sounds does not mean that the attack has passed, the client has used an inhaler, or there is no mucus present.