Author Question: Before administering an otic antibiotic, the nurse should: a. cool the solution to room ... (Read 73 times)

audie · **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.

iman · **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.