ATI RN
ATI Custom T1 PM Summer 2023 Exam 5 Questions
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A nurse is preparing a 4-year-old child for discharge following a bilateral myringotomy with tympanostomy tube placement. The mother asks what to do if the tubes fall out. The nurse should give the parent which of the following instructions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. It is important for the parent to call the health care clinic to report that the tubes have fallen out. This is because healthcare professionals need to assess the situation, determine if the tubes need to be replaced, and provide further instructions. Taking the child to an emergency department (
B) may not be necessary unless there are complications. Reassuring the mother that the tubes will not fall out (
C) is not accurate as tubes can indeed fall out. Gently reinserting the tubes (
D) should never be done by a parent as this can cause harm. It is crucial to involve the healthcare provider in managing the situation.
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