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cartlidgeashley

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on: Jun 25, 2018
A client has severe tinnitus that cannot be treated adequately. What action by the nurse is best?
 
  a. Advise the client to take antianxiety medication.
  b. Educate the client on nerve cutting procedures.
  c. Refer the client to online or local support groups.
  d. Teach the client side effects of furosemide (Lasix).

Question 2

A nurse is teaching a community group about preventing hearing loss. What instruction is best?
 
  a. Always wear a bicycle helmet.
  b. Avoid swimming in ponds or lakes.
  c. Don't go to fireworks displays.
  d. Use a soft cotton swab to clean ears.


emily12345

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

ANS: C
If the client's tinnitus cannot be treated, he or she will have to learn to cope with it. Referring the client to tinnitus support groups can be helpful. The other options are not warranted.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Avoiding head trauma is a practical way to help prevent hearing loss. Swimming can lead to hearing loss if the client has repeated infections. Fireworks displays are loud, but usually brief and only occasional. Nothing smaller than the client's fingertip should be placed in the ear canal.


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