A home health nurse is teaching a client who has diabetes mellitus about proper home disposal of syringes. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
"Put the cap on the syringe before placing it in a trash can."
Place the syringe in a metal coffee can with a lid.
"Use a resealable bag when disposing of the syringe."
"Break the needle off the syringe before disposal."
The Correct Answer is A
A. Putting the cap on the syringe before placing it in a trash can helps ensure safe disposal and reduces the risk of needlestick injuries.
B. Placing the syringe in a metal coffee can with a lid is not a recommended method for home disposal.
C. Using a resealable bag may not provide sufficient protection, and it may pose risks to individuals handling the trash.
D. Breaking the needle off the syringe is not a safe method for disposal and increases the risk of needlestick injuries.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Holding the dropper 1/2 inch (1 cm) above the ear canal during administration (option A) is indeed the correct action when administering otic medications. This distance helps to ensure that the medication is properly instilled into the ear canal without touching the dropper tip to the skin or ear canal, reducing the risk of contamination.
B. Placing a cotton ball into the inner ear canal is not necessary following otic administration. It may cause unnecessary discomfort to the client.
C. Straightening the ear canal by pulling the auricle down and back can make the medication trickle out of the ear. It should be held outward and upward.
D. Applying pressure to the nasolacrimal duct is a technique used for ophthalmic medications, not otic medications.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. 2+ pitting edema is not a contraindication to cold application; in fact, cold application can help reduce edema.
B. A 7.5 cm (3 in) diameter bruise on the ankle is not a contraindication to cold application; cold can help reduce swelling and alleviate pain.
C. Capillary refill of 4 seconds suggests compromised blood flow, and cold application may further impair circulation. It is a contraindication.
D. Warts on the affected ankle are not a contraindication to cold application.
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