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mspears3

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on: Jul 23, 2018
While counseling a patient with recurrent otitis externa, the nurse should include the instruction to:
 
  1. keep the ear canal free of cerumen.
  2. keep the canal as dry as possible.
  3. use cotton-tipped applicators to dry the ear.
  4. use ear plugs when showering.

Question 2

The parent of a 4-year-old telephones a nurse to report that the child has a fever of 103.2 F and has been complaining of right ear pain for 2 days. The parent has noted pus draining from the ear. Select the nurse's best response.
 
  1. Administer acetaminophen and apply warm compresses.
  2. Bring the child to the office for evaluation and treatment.
  3. Administer alcohol ear drops every 2-3 hours.
  4. Call tomorrow if the symptoms do not spontaneously resolve.


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bfulkerson77

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2


mspears3

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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