The nurse is palpating the sinus areas. If the findings are normal, then the patient should report which sensation?
a. No sensation
b. Firm pressure
c. Pain during palpation
d. Pain sensation behind eyes
Question 2The nurse is performing an assessment on a 21-year-old patient and notices that his nasal mucosa appears pale, gray, and swollen. What would be the most appropriate question to ask the patient?
a. Are you aware of having any allergies?
b. Do you have an elevated temperature?
c. Have you had any symptoms of a cold?
d. Have you been having frequent nosebleeds?
Question 3The nurse is using an otoscope to assess the nasal cavity. Which of these techniques is correct?
a. Inserting the speculum at least 3 cm into the vestibule
b. Avoiding touching the nasal septum with the speculum
c. Gently displacing the nose to the side that is being examined
d. Keeping the speculum tip medial to avoid touching the floor of the nares
Question 4A 72-year-old patient has a history of hypertension and chronic lung disease. An important question for the nurse to include in the health history would be:
a. Do you use a fluoride supplement?
b. Have you had tonsillitis in the last year?
c. At what age did you get your first tooth?
d. Have you noticed any dryness in your mouth?
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