Author Question: Light palpation is used by the LPN/LVN to assess:(Select all that apply) 1. Distension of the ... (Read 17 times)

P68T · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Light palpation is used by the LPN/LVN to assess:(Select all that apply)

1. Distension of the bladder
2. Help the client to clear the respiratory tract
3. Mobility of organs
4. Size of organs

Question 2

The nurse preparing to administer penicillin to a client with syphilis teaches the client to report symptoms of Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction, including:

1. Fine red rash over the entire body, accompanied by itching.
2. Dizziness, fainting, low blood pressure, and bradycardia.
3. Fever, headache, myalgia, and significant chancre changes.
4. Extreme chest pain lasting more than several minutes.

succesfull · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1
Rationale: The LPN/LVN uses light palpation to assess distention of the bladder or abdomen

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: Fever, headache, myalgia, and significant chancre changes are indicative of Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction.