Case Study Chapter 43 Assessment and Concepts of Care for Patients with Ear and Hearing Problems: Care of a Patient with
Posted: Tue May 17, 2022 10:10 pm
Case Study Chapter 43 Assessment and Concepts of Care for Patients with Ear and Hearing Problems: Care of a Patient with Otitis Media Gillian is an 11-year-old female patient. Her mother brings her to an urgent care center, stating that Gillian has developed a painful right ear overnight. Question 1 What questions regarding Gillian's current concern should the nurse ask? Question 2 Gillian says that she went swimming with friends every day this past week. When the nurse asks if Gillian wears ear plugs while swimming, Gillian answers that she does not. An external assessment of the ear is unremarkable. A nurse practitioner examines Gillian and diagnoses her with otitis media. When being discharged from the urgent care center, what patient teaching should the nurse provide?