Florida Mortgage Loan Officer Practice Exam

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A patient receiving oxygen therapy via nasal cannula complains of dry nasal passages. What is the most appropriate action for the HHA to take?

Increase the oxygen flow rate to provide more moisture. Apply petroleum jelly inside the patient's nostrils. Report the discomfort to the supervising nurse and suggest humidification. Remove the oxygen intermittently to allow the nasal passages to moisten.

Correct Answer:

Report the discomfort to the supervising nurse and suggest humidification.

Explanation:

Petroleum jelly is contraindicated with oxygen due to fire hazard, and increasing flow or removing oxygen without instruction is unsafe. The HHA should report the issue to the nurse so humidification can be considered.

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