Which finding from the history of a child with extensive burns would make you most alert to assess for respiratory complications?
A) The fire was caused by burning weeds.
B) The child's clothing was burned.
C) The child was trapped in a closed burning bedroom.
D) Firemen found the child sobbing silently.
C
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The nurse has just obtained a newborn for admission and assessment in the newborn nursery. Which of the following nursing actions is done as a result of potential contamination of the neonate when descending down the birth canal?
A) Assessing the mouth for thrush B) Instilling erythromycin ointment in the eyes C) Providing an injection of vitamin K D) Completing hearing screening
A patient with heart failure has a decreasing cardiac output. The nurse will expect compensatory mechanisms to be activated in order to:
1. Decrease the heart rate 2. Maintain perfusion to vital organs 3. Cause arteriolar vasodilation in nonessential vascular beds 4. Inhibit the release of aldosterone
Which of the following interventions are appropriate for a child placed in protective isolation for neutropenia? Select all that apply
1. Placing the child on a low-bacteria diet 2. Changing dressings using sterile technique 3. Peeling fruits and vegetables before allowing the child to eat them 4. Allowing fresh-cut flowers in the room as long as they are kept in a vase with water 5. Allowing individuals who are ill to visit as long as they wear a mask
Hot foods must be served at
A. 105°F or above B. 140°F or above C. 160°F or above D. 90°F or above