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DyllonKazuo

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A 2-year-old child is ordered to have ear irrigation performed daily. The nurse correctly performs the procedure by
 
  a. Pulling the auricle down and back to straighten the ear canal.
  b. Pulling the auricle upward and outward to straighten the ear canal.
  c. Instilling the irrigation solution by holding the syringe just inside the ear canal.
  d. Holding the fluid in the canal for 2 to 3 minutes with a cotton swab.

Question 2

Which of the following groups of health concerns affect youth, young men, and those in Aboriginal communities in particular?
 
  a. Depression, suicide, unemployment, and unintentional injuries
  b. Chronic illness, mental illness, impaired function, and nutrition
  c. Physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect
  d. Substance abuse, alcoholism, sexually transmitted diseases, and AIDS



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Answer to Question 1

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Children up to 3 years of age should have the auricle pulled down and back, children 4 years of age to adults should have the auricle pulled upward and outward. Irrigation solution should be instilled 1 cm (1/2) above the opening of the ear canal. Irrigation solution should be allowed to drain freely during instillation.

Answer to Question 2

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A Depression, suicide, unemployment, and unintentional injuries are concerns that affect youth, young men, and those in Aboriginal communities.
B Chronic illness, mental illness, impaired function, and nutrition are not specific to youth, young men, or those in Aboriginal communities.
C Physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect are major public health problems affecting older adults, women, and children. Abuse occurs in many settings, including the home, workplaces, schools, health care facilities, and public areas, and is most often committed by an acquaintance of the victim.
D Substance abuse, alcoholism, sexually transmitted diseases, and AIDS are health problems that are related to vulnerable populations.



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