A nurse is assisting with teaching a client about how to administer a topical medication. After showing the client the procedure, the nurse asks the client to perform the skill. Which of the following strategies is the nurse using?

Return demonstration

Discussion

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Role play

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Return demonstration involves the client demonstrating the skill back to the nurse after instruction, ensuring understanding and competence.
B. Discussion involves exchanging information verbally but does not involve demonstration of skill.
C. Question and answer involves the nurse answering client questions but does not include a practical demonstration.
D. Role play involves acting out scenarios but may not directly involve the client performing the actual procedure.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Black, tarry stools are not an expected effect of subcutaneous heparin; this symptom should be reported to a healthcare provider.
B. Using a soft bristle toothbrush is recommended to minimize the risk of bleeding gums, which can occur due to heparin's anticoagulant effects.
C. Subcutaneous heparin should be injected into the fatty tissue of the abdomen or thigh, not deep into the muscle.
D. Easy bruising is a potential side effect of heparin but does not indicate effectiveness; it should be monitored and reported if excessive.

A. Ask the client to remain in a side-lying position with the affected ear down for several minutes after instillation. B. Pull the client's pinna down and back prior to instillation. C. Warm the medication to room temperature before administration. D. Press a cotton ball into the client's ear canal after instillation.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Asking the client to remain in a side-lying position comes after administering the drops to facilitate medication retention, but it's not the first action.
B. Pulling the client's pinna down and back straightens the ear canal, but this technique is used for children < 3years. For adults the pinna should be pulled upwards and outwards.
C. Warming the medication may not be necessary to prevent dizziness.
D. Placing a cotton ball in the ear canal after instillation is not necessary for otic medication administration and should not be done routinely.

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