Exam 30: Nursing Care of Patients With Upper Respiratory Tract Disorders

The nurse is preparing to reinforce teaching to a patient scheduled for a laryngectomy due to cancer. Which preoperative teaching review is least necessary for the immediate postoperative period?

A patient comes to the HCP's office reporting a serious sore throat that "has lasted for 2 weeks." A rapid streptococcal antigen test is positive for strep throat. Which is the most important diagnostic test the nurse expects the HCP to order?

An obese patient is being evaluated by the health care provider (HCP) for sleep apnea. Which recommendation by the HCP does the nurse find unexpected?

The nurse is providing care for an adult patient with a diagnosis of viral rhinitis. The HCP orders acetaminophen and a decongestant. Comfort measures include rest and an increase in vitamin C and oral fluids. Which patient health information will cause the nurse to question one of the treatments?