A 40-year-old male has reported to the clinic with complaints of impotence. The nurse is reviewing the patient's health history. Which patient statements should the nurse further investigate?
Select all that apply.
1. I take medications to help me sleep several times per week.
2. I had the mumps when I was a boy.
3. I had a vasectomy 4 years ago.
4. I have had diabetes for several years.
5. My wife has a history of cervical cancer.
Question 2The nurse provides a training session to a group of lifeguards at a community pool on actions to prevent the development of otitis externa. Which participant statements indicate that no additional teaching is required?
Select all that apply.
1. I should use a tight-fitting swim cap.
2. I should use silicone earplugs when in the water.
3. I can use a cotton swab to absorb water in the ear.
4. I can use a hair dryer on the low setting to dry the ear canal.
5. I should make sure the pool water has been disinfected before entering.
Question 3A patient with conductive hearing loss has selected a behind-the-ear hearing aid with earmold. What should the nurse reinforce with the patient as advantages of this device?
Select all that apply.
1. easy to manipulate
2. most versatile and reliable
3. comfortable and least visible
4. allows fine amplification level adjustments
5. can be incorporated into temple of eyeglasses
Question 4During an assessment, the nurse notes that a patient has conjunctival erythema around the cornea. On which health problems should the nurse focus when continuing with the assessment of this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. acute uveitis
2. corneal trauma
3. corneal infection
4. acute conjunctivitis
5. acute angle-closure glaucoma