The nurse is taking care of a child who is dying. The child has a DNR order. Which of the following care and interventions should the child with a DNR order receive? Select all that apply
1. Oxygen
2. Suctioning
3. Pain control
4. Tube feeding
5. Physical therapy
1.
1, 2, 3
Rationale:
1. The family should understand that the child will receive further care and interventions such as oxygen, suctioning, pain control, and supportive nursing care in the presence of a DNR order.
2. The family should understand that the child will receive further care and interventions such as oxygen, suctioning, pain control, and supportive nursing care in the presence of a DNR order.
3. The family should understand that the child will receive further care and interventions such as oxygen, suctioning, pain control, and supportive nursing care in the presence of a DNR order.
4. Tube feeding is not considered when a DNR is in place, because it continues to sustain life.
5. Physical therapy is inappropriate at this time.
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