A client tells the nurse that he has noticed a decrease in ...

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A client tells the nurse that he has noticed a decrease in hearing. Which of the following would be risk factors for the client to have a change in hearing? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Smoking
  2. Neck trauma
  3. Cardiovascular disease
  4. Aging
  5. Diabetes
  6. Chronic infection

Question 2

A client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is scheduled for diagnostic tests. Which of the following are used to aid in the diagnosis of this disorder? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Pulmonary function spirometry tests
  2. Chest x-ray
  3. Electrocardiogram
  4. Medication levels
  5. Sputum samples
  6. Electrolyte levels

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Answer to Question 1

1, 3, 4, 6
Risk factors for hearing loss include noise exposure, smoking, ototoxic drugs, congenital or hereditary factors, cardiovascular disease, aging, tumors, trauma, chronic infections, systemic disease, tympanic membrane perforation, Mnire's disease, and barotrauma. Neck trauma and diabetes are not risk factors for a hearing loss.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3, 4
Tests used to aid in the diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease include pulmonary function spirometry tests, chest x-ray, electrocardiogram, and medication levels. Sputum samples are not useful and are not recommended in the diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Electrolyte levels are not indicated.