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cartlidgeashley

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on: Jun 25, 2018
An adolescent with otitis media is experiencing extreme pain. Which should the nurse emphasize to address the diagnosis of
 
  Acute Pain for this client?
  A) Apply a cold compress to the affected ear.
  B) Report abrupt relief of pain immediately.
  C) Continue plans for air travel.
  D) Report increased pain when moving the outer ear.

Question 2

A new mother is distraught because her infant has a fever of 102 F and is diagnosed with otitis media. What should the nurse instruct the mother to help the child's fever and pain?
 
  A) Swaddle the baby in blankets.
  B) Feed the baby solid foods.
  C) Administer acetaminophen.
  D) Bathe the baby with cool water.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Abrupt relief of pain may mean that the tympanic membrane has perforated. Heat should be applied to dilate surrounding blood vessels and decrease swelling. The pain of otitis media is not aggravated by movement of the external ear. Drastic changes in barometric pressure can increase pain considerably, so clients are discouraged from traveling by air.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C

Swaddling the baby with blankets is not going to reduce the fever or help the pain. The baby may not be of the age to take solid foods. Acetaminophen will help reduce the child's fever and reduce the pain. Bathing with cool water is not an appropriate intervention to reduce the fever of a baby.


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