The Nurse Is Evaluating the Outcomes of the Use of a Nasal

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is evaluating the outcomes of the use of a nasal steroid the patient has been using consistently for several months.Which is the most appropriate desired outcome?

• A)The patient's upper respiratory system is free of infection.
• B)The patient's reports minimal, clear nasal drainage.
• C)The patient is free of wheezing.
• D)The patient's tonsils are pink, and free of swelling and exudates.

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