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audie

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Before administering an otic antibiotic, the nurse should:
 
  a. cool the solution to room temperature.
  b. don sterile gloves.
  c. Have the client lie down in a prone position.
  d. position the client on the unaffected side.

Question 2

A client is prescribed otic 1 hydrocortisone drops in addition to ofloxacin drops. The nurse would explain that the 1 hydrocortisone drops are used to:
 
  a. treat his ear infection. c. decrease cerumen.
  b. decrease inflammation. d. relieve his ear pain.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: The solution should be warmed to body temperature.
B Incorrect: This is a clean procedure.
C Incorrect: This is not the appropriate position for the client.
D Correct: The client should be positioned on the unaffected side.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is an anti-inflammatory, not an antimicrobial.
B Correct: This is the purpose of this drug.
C Incorrect: This is not a wax emulsifier.
D Incorrect: Although the client's pain may be relieved, hydrocortisone is not an analgesic.


audie

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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