Emergency Nursing Orientation 3.0 questions with correct answers

Which statement indicates that a patient with a ruptured tympanic membrane has understood your discharge instructions? Answer "I'll place a piece of cotton with some petroleum jelly in my ear when showering." Which disorder causes vocal cord inflammation? Answer Acute laryngitis Which disorder is characterized by edema of the nasal membranes? Answer Rhinitis Which intervention should you expect to perform for a patient with fever; redness, swelling, and tenderness in the mastoid area; and a recent history of otitis media? Answer Arrange for computed tomography. Which mechanism can lead to the swelling of the ear canal and lymphadenopathy in front of the tragus? Answer Regular earphone use Unilateral neck swelling is a sign of which disorder? Answer Peritonsillar abscess Which disorder causes purulent drainage from the auricle and ear canal? Answer Otitis externa A patient with rhinitis receives a prescription for a nasal spray. Which discharge instruction should you give this patient? Answer "Spray each nostril, lie supine for 2 minutes, and repeat."