The nurse practitioner is examining a 3-year-old child who s…

The nurse practitioner is examining a 3-year-old child who speaks loudly, in a monotone voice, does not make eye contact, and prefers to sit on the exam room floor moving a toy truck back and forth in a repetitive manner. Which disorder does the nurse practitioner suspect?

A child reports itching in both ears and is having trouble h…

A child reports itching in both ears and is having trouble hearing. The nurse practitioner notes periauricular edema and marked swelling of the external auditory canal and elicits severe pain when manipulating the external ear structures. Which is an appropriate intervention?

You are an outpatient physical therapist. Your patient has a…

You are an outpatient physical therapist. Your patient has a baclofen pump implanted for medical management of spasticity. The patient informs you that he has an appointment with his neurologist in the morning on the same day he is to come see you in the afternoon for physical therapy. The doctor plans to increase the dosage of baclofen. Based on your understanding of this medication, what should you consider when planning the treatment session?