A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic diarrhea. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A. Inspect the preschooler's tonsils for edema.: While tonsil inspection might be part of a general assessment, in a child with suspected epiglottitis, inspecting the throat should be avoided as it can trigger airway obstruction or cause further distress.

B. Collect a sputum sample.: Sputum collection is not typically indicated for epiglottitis diagnosis. A rapid diagnosis is essential to ensure timely intervention, and sputum samples are not a key diagnostic tool for this condition.

C. Determine the preschooler's oxygen saturation level.: Epiglottitis can lead to significant airway obstruction, so monitoring the oxygen saturation level is critical to assess for hypoxia and ensure adequate oxygenation. Early intervention may be required to maintain the child's airway.

D. Obtain a specimen for throat culture.: A throat culture should not be obtained in suspected epiglottitis, as manipulating the throat could cause complete airway obstruction. Immediate intervention to secure the airway is the priority.

A. Check the client's vital signs every 4 hr.: Although monitoring vital signs is important, it is not the primary concern in acute mania unless the client is showing signs of physical distress (e.g., tachycardia, dehydration).

B. Provide the client with high-calorie finger foods.: This is correct. During acute mania, clients may have difficulty sitting down to eat, and high-calorie finger foods can help ensure the client gets adequate nutrition. These foods are easy to consume and provide the necessary calories.

C. Encourage the client to participate in group activities.: While socialization can be beneficial, group activities may overstimulate a client in acute mania and could lead to further agitation. It is better to encourage more structured and individual activities initially.

D. Allow the client to establish his own schedule.: Clients in acute mania may have poor judgment and impulsive behavior. Allowing them to establish their own schedule could lead to disorganized behavior. The nurse should offer structure to prevent this.