The pediatric nurse places the preterm infant into a flexed position in order to decrease the risk of __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
hypothermia
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Where is the usual location for implantation of the zygote?
a. Upper section of the posterior uterine wall b. Lower portion of the uterus near the cervical os c. Inner third of the fallopian tube near the uterus d. Lateral aspect of the uterine wall
An infant with bronchiolitis is hospitalized. The causative organism is respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The nurse knows that a child infected with this virus requires what type of isolation?
a. Reverse isolation b. Airborne isolation c. Contact Precautions d. Standard Precautions
A child is admitted to the hospital with the diagnosis of laryngotracheobronchitis (LTB). Which nursing intervention is the priority for this child?
1. Administer nebulized epinephrine and oral or IM dexamethasone. 2. Administer antibiotics and assist with possible intubation. 3. Swab the throat for a throat culture. 4. Obtain a sputum specimen.
Signs and symptoms of multiple sclerosis include all of the following except
A. pill-rolling fingers. B. paralysis. C. slurred speech. D. visual disturbances.