A 62-year-old patient presents with complaints of balance is…

A 62-year-old patient presents with complaints of balance issues and recent difficulty hearing low-tone sounds. As part of the diagnostic workup, the healthcare team plans to conduct an audiometric assessment, electronystagmography (ENG), and electrocochleography (ECOG). Which of the following interpretations by the nurse regarding the purpose of these diagnostic studies demonstrates the highest level of application in patient care?

The nurse is performing an otoscopic examination on a client…

The nurse is performing an otoscopic examination on a client with suspected otitis media. During the assessment, the nurse notes that the tympanic membrane is red, bulging, and the light reflex is not visible. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take next?  

A pediatric nurse is assessing a 5-year-old child who has be…

A pediatric nurse is assessing a 5-year-old child who has been diagnosed with strabismus. The child’s parent expresses concern about the child’s ability to focus and see properly. Which of the following nursing interventions should the nurse prioritize to support the child’s condition?