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mwit1967

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During a checkup, a 22-year-old woman tells the nurse that she uses an over-the-counter nasal spray because of her allergies. She also states that it does not work as well as it used to when she first started using it.
 
  The best response by the nurse would be:
  a.
  You should never use over-the-counter nasal sprays because of the risk of addiction.
  b.
  You should try switching to another brand of medication to prevent this problem.
  c.
  Continuing to use this spray is important to keep your allergies under control.
  d.
  Using these nasal medications irritates the lining of the nose and may cause rebound swelling.

Question 2

When assessing the tongue of an adult, the nurse knows that an abnormal finding would be:
 
  a. Smooth glossy dorsal surface.
  b. Thin white coating over the tongue.
  c. Raised papillae on the dorsal surface.
  d. Visible venous patterns on the ventral surface.



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connor417

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The misuse of over-the-counter nasal medications irritates the mucosa, causing rebound swelling, which is a common problem.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The dorsal surface of the tongue is normally roughened from papillae. A thin white coating may be present. The ventral surface may show veins. Smooth, glossy areas may indicate atrophic glossitis




mwit1967

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent


mjenn52

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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