What is the role of the eustachian tube?

Synovial fluid serves as a lubricant to prevent friction between two parts that move on each other such as in the case of and bones.

How is health different for most people in this country today from what it was for people born in 1900? a. people have a shorter life span. b. people today work harder to survive. c. people today live in poorer sanitary conditions. d. people today can focus less on day-to-day survival and more quality of life.

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?