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bio_gurl

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Which of the following statements best explains the principle behind a Rinne test for determining hearing loss?
 
  A) Air conduction of sound is normally better than bone conduction of sound.
  B) Conduction of sound is intensified in the middle of the forehead.
  C) A tuning-fork vibration will not be heard as sound in a child under 2 years of age.
  D) Bone conduction of sound is normally better than air conduction of sound.

Question 2

Before beginning the health history interview, the nurse should do all of the following except:
 
  1. smile and ask the patient if she has any special concerns.
  2. speak in a relaxed manner, with an even, nonjudgmental tone.
  3. make the patient comfortable.
  4. tell the patient her questions are irrelevant.


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cclemon1

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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1, 2, 3. Incorrect. All of these actions would be appropriate for the nurse to do before beginning the health history.
4. Correct. The woman should be assured that all of her questions are relevant and important.


bio_gurl

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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