Author Question: The nurse is caring for a patient with Mnire disease. Which action is most important for the nurse ... (Read 127 times)

JMatthes · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is caring for a patient with Mnire disease. Which action is most important for the nurse to take?

a. Speak loudly and clearly into the affected ear.
b. Restrict sodium intake.
c. Encourage frequent ambulation.
d. Encourage fluid intake.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a patient who underwent a laryngectomy. Which statement describes the correct technique for warming inspired air during cold weather?

a. Cover the stoma with a clean hand.
b. Cover the stoma with a scarf.
c. Apply a moist dressing over the stoma.
d. Carry a portable humidifier.

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

Answer to Question 1

B
Treatment of Mnire disease focuses on relieving symptoms; there is no cure for this condition, although the disorder does disappear spontaneously in some cases. To control edema and reduce pressure in the inner ear, the patient may be placed on a low-sodium diet. The patient's fluid in-take may be restricted, and diuretics may be ordered. The nurse should avoid turning on bright overhead lights, making loud noises, or having the patient reposition unnecessarily.

Answer to Question 2

B
The fold of the scarf retains body heat and can warm air as the air passes through the scarf.