Which criterion is used to confirm a diagnosis of asthma in an 8-year-old child?
a. Parental history of asthma
b. Serum testing that confirms increased immunoglobulin E (IgE) and eosinophil levels
c. Reduced expiratory flow rates confirmed by spirometry testing
d. Improvement on a trial of asthma medication
Ans: c. Reduced expiratory flow rates confirmed by spirometry testing
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A couple would like their 5-year-old child to attend the birth of their baby. Which statement by the nurse would assist in the plan of care for the child?
1. "You should let your child stay home, because you will be focusing on the birth." 2. "Children under 12 are not allowed to be present at the birth." 3. "You should bring someone who can tend solely to any specific needs of your child." 4. "Bring some toys to keep your child occupied."
A 50-year-old patient receives botulinum toxin type A (Botox) injections for the first time on her forehead and around her eyes. One week later, she calls the clinic to report that she is experiencing droopy eyelids
The nurse will tell the patient that this effect: a. is normal and will resolve in a few days. b. may persist for 3 to 6 months but will resolve. c. may progress to cause drooling and dysphagia. d. represents an adverse effect that may be permanent.
A cognitively impaired patient cries, is rigid, and holds her right arm still each time you assist her with repositioning. You suspect that she
A) is having behavior problems. B) is having pain. C) does not want to be repositioned. D) has emotional problems.