You record that J.T. has had no food "since 8:00 pm yesterday" and drank "some water" this
morning. Based on this information, do you anticipate problems during surgery, and why?
What will be an ideal response?
No problems are anticipated. If J.T. had eaten today, it may have been necessary to insert a
nasogastric tube and empty his stomach.
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What should the nurse keep in mind when planning to communicate with a child who has autism?
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What is most often prescribed treatment for children with seizure disorders?
A) Surgical intervention B) Use of anticonvulsant medications C) Restricted fat diet D) Strict exercise regimen
The client who is taking prescribed _____ would require preconception management to minimize the potential for drug-related birth defects
a. antiemetics b. antiepileptics c. iron d. non-narcotic analgesics