After a Mastoidectomy, the Most Important Complication for the Nurse

question 1

Multiple Choice

After a mastoidectomy, the most important complication for the nurse to assess for is:

• A) vomiting.
• B) headache.
• C) fever.
• D) stiff neck.

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Definitions:

Metering Valve

A component in the braking system that regulates the pressure to the brakes, often used in rear to balance braking force.

Proportioning Valve

A valve in a vehicle's braking system that adjusts the pressure between the front and rear brakes, ensuring balanced braking.

Delay

A situation in which something happens later than planned or expected.

Lockup

A feature in automatic transmissions that locks the torque converter under certain conditions to improve fuel efficiency and reduce slippage.