The portion of the pharynx that communicates with the internal nares and eustachian tubes is:
a) laryngopharynx
b) oropharynx
c) nasopharynx
d) a and b are correct.
e) a, b and c are correct

Anurse is preventing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for paroxetine. the nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects? a. peripheral edema b. alopecia c. tinnitus d. drowsiness

Anurse is assessing a client who is receiving oxytocin via continuous iv infusion for labor augmentation. the nurse notes six contractions in a 10 min period with a non-reassuring fhr. which of the following actions should the nurse take first? a. discontinue the oxytocin iv infusion. b. turn the client to her left side. c. administer terbutaline 0.25 mg subcutaneously. d. apply oxygen at 10 l/min via face mask.

After 2 weeks jp complains of a painful rash on her back. jp is diagnosed with herpes zoster. what explanation can the nurse give for the occurrence of this new diagnosis?