NSG 6420 WEEK 2 QUIZ
NSG 6420 WEEK 2 QUIZ | A patient has presented with an acute otitis externa and an oral temperature of 99 degrees. The nurse practitioner orders a complete blood count based on what possible risks factor for otitis externa? Question 1 options: A patient’s diabetic or pre-diabetic state. Urine and blood glucose tests are used to determine a patient’s potential for diabetes. A previously diagnosed trauma to ear canal based on obstruction or vigorous cleaning. Previous unrelated trauma would not incline a patient to future infection. The patient has been exposed to a contagious viral disease or is not able to provide up-to-date immunization records. The patient represents an immunocompromised population. The patient presents with obstructed tympanic membrane (TM). Visual obstructions are not initially diagnosed through Complete Blood Count. A patient complains of tinnitus, swelling along the jawline, otalgia and a drainage in the throat. The patient reports frequent swimming in the days and weeks prior. What is the most likely diagnosis? Question 2 options:
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