The nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of risk for infecti…

The nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of risk for infection related to skin lesions for a client with allergic dermatitis. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding regarding prevention of infection? a. “I will avoid scratching the inflamed area.”b. “I will use sterile dressings when applying wet compresses to the inflamed area.”c. “I should take my temperature daily to detect onset of infection.”d. “I will stay away from public places to avoid infection.”

The nurse is preparing to administer generic hydrocortisone,…

The nurse is preparing to administer generic hydrocortisone, neomycin and polymyxin B otic,  (Corticosporin otic) drops to a 64-year-old client with an infection of the external auditory canal.  Which steps should the nurse take to administer this medication?  a.      Touch the dropper to ear canal to instill and clean with alcohol after use.b.      Warm the drops to body temperature prior to instillation.c.      Gently pull the pinna down and back to instill drops into the external ear canal.     d.      Lie the client on the affected side