Exhibits

Which of the following findings requires further action by the nurse?

Select all that apply.

Diminished hearing

Pupils

Lung assessment

Facial nerve assessment

Vertigo

Pain rating

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : D,E,F

A. Diminished hearing. Hearing loss following a stapedectomy is expected due to postoperative swelling, packing in the ear, and fluid accumulation. Hearing typically improves as healing progresses. This does not require further action by the nurse.
B. Pupils. The preoperative and postoperative pupil assessments are similar (3.5 mm preoperatively and 3 mm postoperatively), and both are equal and reactive to light. No significant neurological change is noted, so this does not require further action.
C. Lung assessment. The lungs were clear bilaterally preoperatively, and there is no indication of respiratory compromise or abnormal lung sounds postoperatively. This does not require further action.
D. Facial nerve assessment. Facial nerve injury (cranial nerve VII dysfunction) is a potential complication of stapedectomy. The nurse should assess for asymmetry in facial movements such as difficulty smiling or drooping, weakness, or numbness, which could indicate facial nerve damage. This requires further action.
E. Vertigo. Postoperative vertigo and dizziness can occur due to disturbance of the inner ear during surgery. Severe or persistent vertigo may indicate labyrinthine injury or perilymph fistula, which could require medical intervention. This requires further action.
F. Pain rating. Postoperative pain is expected, but severe or increasing pain may indicate complications such as infection, excessive pressure in the middle ear, or improper prosthesis placement. Pain that is not relieved by analgesics requires further evaluation. This requires further action.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Initiate droplet precautions. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is primarily transmitted through respiratory secretions, requiring contact and droplet precautions to prevent the spread. Isolation measures, including wearing masks and gowns, help protect healthcare workers and other patients.
B. Administer fluconazole to the preschooler. Fluconazole is an antifungal medication, which is not effective against RSV, a viral infection. Treatment for RSV is mainly supportive, focusing on airway management, hydration, and oxygen therapy as needed.
C. Monitor the preschooler's urine for protein. Proteinuria is associated with kidney conditions such as nephrotic syndrome, not RSV. RSV primarily affects the respiratory system, causing bronchiolitis and increased mucus production rather than kidney involvement.
D. Request an x-ray of the preschooler's neck. A neck x-ray is typically used to evaluate airway obstruction from conditions like epiglottitis. RSV affects the lower respiratory tract, leading to bronchiolitis, and does not usually require imaging unless complications arise.

A. The client's left arm is cool to the touch. B. The client's left arm is swollen. C. There is a red streak up the client's left arm. D. The client reports tenderness at the IV insertion site. E. The client reports cramping above the insertion site.

Correct Answer is ["A","B"]

Explanation

A. The client's left arm is cool to the touch. Infiltration occurs when IV fluid leaks into surrounding tissues, leading to decreased circulation in the area. This results in a cool sensation due to the presence of the fluid outside the vein.
B. The client's left arm is swollen. Swelling occurs as IV fluid accumulates in the surrounding tissues instead of remaining in the vein. This is a common sign of infiltration and indicates that the IV site should be assessed and possibly discontinued.
C. There is a red streak up the client's left arm. A red streak is more indicative of phlebitis, which is inflammation of the vein rather than infiltration. Phlebitis often results from irritation due to the IV catheter or the infusing solution.
D. The client reports tenderness at the IV insertion site. Tenderness alone is not a definitive sign of infiltration, as it can also occur with phlebitis or mechanical irritation from the IV catheter. Additional signs such as swelling and coolness are better indicators.
E. The client reports cramping above the insertion site. Cramping is not typically associated with infiltration. It is more commonly seen with certain IV medications that can irritate the vein or cause venous spasm rather than leakage of IV fluids into the tissues.

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Select all that apply.