The nurse is caring for an elderly client who has had an abrupt ...

[bucstennis@aim.com]

The nurse is caring for an elderly client who has had an abrupt onset of a severe sore throat and high fever. The nurse notes that the client is drooling and is having difficulty swallowing. The nurse suspects that the client has:
 
  1. rhinitis.
  2. viral pharyngitis.
  3. sinusitis.
  4. strep throat.

Question 2

A client is recovering from a bronchoscopy. Which assessment finding should be reported to the health care provider? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Wheezing
  2. Chest pain
  3. Sore throat
  4. Bloody sputum
  5. Shortness of breath

[dominiqueenicolee]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. Rhinitis is manifested by clear secretions, sneezing, and coughing.
2. Viral pharyngitis has a gradual onset with a low-grade fever.
3. Sinusitis causes complaints of head congestion, fever, and fatigue.
4. The client with strep throat experiences an abrupt onset of high fever and severe sore throat.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5

1. It is important to report wheezing to the doctor.
2. It is important to report chest pain to the doctor.
3. A sore throat is expected after a bronchoscopy.
4. It is important to report bloody sputum to the doctor.
5. It is important to report shortness of breath to the doctor.