Author Question: The parent of a 2-year-old telephones the nurse to report that the child has a fever of 103.2 F and ... (Read 60 times)

azncindy619 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The parent of a 2-year-old telephones the nurse to report that the child has a fever of 103.2 F and complains of right ear pain.

The parent tells the nurse that the child has been taking amoxicillin/clavulanate (Augmentin) for 3 days, and pus is now draining from the ear. The nurse should advise the parent to do which of the following?
a. Administer aspirin and apply warm compresses.
b. Bring your child to the office for assessment, because another medication may be needed.
c. Administer alcohol ear drops every 2 to 3 hours.
d. Allow another couple of days for the medicine to work.

Question 2

An adult male comes to the office in search of a product that will slow the progression of hair loss and encourage new hair growth.

The prescriber orders Rogaine for Men. The nurse provides patient education about the effects of Rogaine. Which statement by the patient best demonstrates a need for further teaching?
a. This medicine takes a few months to be effective.
b. I will continue to grow hair even when I stop using the medication.
c. I may experience itching.
d. Rogaine can retard loss of hair.

brittrenee · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Thanks for the answer, I sent you a forum message for another one.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Most hair loss resumes within 4 months of discontinuation of Rogaine.
Rogaine does take a few months to be effective; no further teaching is needed.
Itching may occur; no further teaching is needed.
Rogaine stimulates hair growth in most men; no further teaching is needed.