The parent of a 5-year-old child who has had four urinary tract infections in the past year asks the nurse why the provider doesn't just order an antibiotic for the child's current symptoms of low-grade fever, flank pain, and dysuria since these
are similar symptoms as before. Which is the most important reason given by the nurse? a. "Your child may need to be hospitalized for treatment."
b. "Your child may need a urine culture be-fore and after treatment."
c. "Your child may need tests to assess for urinary tract abnormalities."
d. "Your child may need additional medica-tions, such as urinary tract antiseptics."
C
Children with recurrent urinary tract infections should be assessed for underlying urinary tract abnormalities to help determine a possible cause for recurrence. This child has mild fever and therefore may not require hospitalization. Urine cultures are important when treating patients with recurrent UTI prophylactically, but this is not the most important consideration. Urinary tract antiseptics are used to treat uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections.
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a. Offer to give her a back rub to help her relax. b. Tell her you will leave her alone while she calms down. c. Calmly talk her through the breathing pattern with each contraction. d. Notify the health care provider that the patient is out of control and request an order for a sedative.
Add the following fractions: , , and
What will be an ideal response?
Using the care plan is a key to success when caring for patients in rehabilitation and restorative programs.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
What is an expected characteristic of amniotic fluid?
a. Deep yellow color b. Pale, straw color with small white particles c. Acidic result on a Nitrazine test d. Absence of ferning