Answer to Question 1
B
Spasmodic croup is viral in origin with a sudden onset usually at night of a harsh, metallic, barky cough, sore throat, inspiratory stridor, and hoarseness. A gradual onset is indicative of laryngotracheobronc hitis. A high fever is not usually present.
Answer to Question 2
A
Frequent swallowing is indicative of postoperative bleeding. Inspiratory stridor is characteristic of croup. Rhonchi are lower airway sounds indicating pneumonia. Assessment of blood cell counts is part of a preoperative workup.
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The tone of the nurse-patient introduction sets the stage for the patient interview and patient care
The nurse needs to inform the patient with impaired vision when a touch is to occur and ask permissi
A nurse communicates with her non–English-speaking patient through an interpreter
Patient teaching: abdominal assessment
Manifestations of chronic renal failure.