The nurse provides discharge teaching to a client with ...

[justinmsk]

The nurse provides discharge teaching to a client with laryngitis. Which client statement indicates an understanding of the instruction?
 
  1. I should massage my throat to stimulate the vocal cords.
  2. I can speak as much as I want as long as it is not painful.
  3. I can whisper but not speak in a regular voice.
  4. I should rest my voice by not speaking.

Question 2

A client recovering from laryngectomy and radical neck dissection has a nursing diagnosis of Impaired Verbal Communication. Which intervention should be included in the care plan?
 
  1. Provide uninterrupted time for the client to attempt communication with the nurse and health care team.
  2. Teach the client to read lips.
  3. Instruct the client to speak softly when talking.
  4. Provide the client with a pen and paper for writing.

[mfedorka]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. Massaging would not help.
2. Speaking aggravates and prolongs the inflammation of laryngitis.
3. Whispering strains the vocal cords.
4. Vocal cord rest is needed for healing.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4

The client will be unable to speak until alternate methods of speech are established.
2. The client will be unable to speak until alternate methods of speech are established.
3. The client will be unable to speak until alternate methods of speech are established.
4. Pen and paper provides the client with an easy and immediate means of communication.

[justinmsk]

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[LVPMS]

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