The Nurse Is Collecting Data from a Patient with an Inner

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse is collecting data from a patient with an inner ear disorder.Which findings should be the most concerning to the nurse?

• A) Otalgia
• B) Vertigo
• C) Nausea
• D) Headache

---

Definitions:

Avoidant

A personality trait or behavioral pattern characterized by the desire to avoid certain situations, tasks, or interpersonal interactions due to fear, anxiety, or discomfort.

Obsessive-Compulsive

Relating to a psychological disorder characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and actions (compulsions).

Self-Report Measures

are questionnaires or surveys used to gather data on individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors from their own perspective.

Projective Test

A type of personality test designed to let a person respond to ambiguous stimuli, presumably revealing hidden emotions and internal conflicts.