Which of the following is an appropriate step when teaching ...

[theo]

Which of the following is an appropriate step when teaching temperature monitoring in the home?
 
  a. Suggest aspirin to decrease fevers.
  b. Recommend using only tympanic membrane sensors.
  c. Encourage the use of alcohol rubs to reduce fevers.
  d. Demonstrate the technique and have the client/caregiver perform it.

Question 2

For a patient with a transparent film dressing, the nurse assesses that there is white, opaque fluid accumulation and the surrounding tissue is inflamed. How should the nurse respond?
 
  a. Culture the wound.
  b. Leave the current dressing in place.
  c. Apply gauze over the top of the dressing.
  d. Remove and stretch the film more tightly over the wound.

[amynguyen1221]

Answer to Question 1

D
Demonstration is the best technique for teaching psychomotor skills. It allows for correction of errors in technique as they occur and for discussion of potential consequences of errors. Provide rationale for steps to the patient or caregiver. Use caution in recommending aspirin or any other over-the-counter drug or antipyretic medicine for patients whose conditions contraindicate their use. The type of thermometer needed is determined on the basis of the patient's age and health status. Instruct the patient or caregiver to never use sponging with isopropyl alcohol to lower fever because of the neurotoxic effects that have been reported.

Answer to Question 2

A
Accumulation of fluid with a white, opaque appearance and erythema of the surrounding tissue usually indicate an infectious process; the dressing should be removed and a wound culture obtained.

[theo]

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[amynguyen1221]

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