Author Question: A client with an inner ear infection is in the hospital. What should the nurse plan as a priority ... (Read 54 times)

ap345 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client with an inner ear infection is in the hospital. What should the nurse plan as a priority for this client?

1. Nutritional screening
2. Safety measures
3. Isolation precautions
4. Having the client shower

Question 2

A client is scheduled for cataract surgery. What teaching should the nurse provide prior to surgery?

1. The need to refrain from taking baths after surgery
2. The need for appropriate protein intake to prevent further cataract development
3. Teaching that helps the client reduce intraocular pressure.
4. The need to wear glasses at all times.

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

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2

1. The client with an ear infection is not necessarily a nutritional risk because of the infection.
2. An inner ear infection can cause vertigo and dizziness, which put the client at risk for injury.
3. The client with an ear infection does not need to be isolated.
4. The client with an ear infection should not get her head wet.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 3

1. The client would need to refrain from getting the eye wet in the shower.
2. Protein does not prevent cataracts, but a high glucose level does.
3. The nurse stresses that the client should refrain from strenuous activity, coughing, and sneezing, which can increase intraocular pressure.
4. The eye that has had surgery will be patched. Glasses are not needed, but may be worn, although the client will be instructed to refrain from reading after surgery until healing has occurred.