Choose the interventions that are appropriate under the primary survey. (Select all that apply.)
A. Blood transfusion
B. Insertion of a chest tube
C. Endotracheal intubation
D. Laceration repair
E. Insertion of a nasogastric tube
A, B, C
During the primary survey, life-threatening conditions are identified and managed simultaneous-ly. During the secondary survey, a complete head to toe assessment is performed to identify and management any nonurgent injuries such as fractures and lacerations.
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A) epidermis. B) dermis. C) hypodermis. D) All of the above are correct.
The school nurse completes an assessment of a 6-year-old child to determine the services the child will need in the classroom. The child needs respiratory support with oxygen
The child also requires enteral tube feedings and intravenous medication during the school day. With these needs, the school nurse evaluates the child to be: 1. Developmentally delayed. 2. Mentally handicapped. 3. Socially withdrawn. 4. Medically fragile.
Which information should the nurse provide when educating a client about the reduction of the development of antibiotic resistance?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. The best way to prevent antibiotic resistance is to prevent infections from occurring. 2. Antibiotic prescriptions are not used for the treatment of colds and influenza. 3. Take the full amount of any prescribed medication. 4. See your healthcare provider as soon as you feel ill. 5. Use good infection control measures.
A child has undergone surgery using steel bar placement to correct pectus excavatum. What position would the nurse instruct the parents to avoid?
A) Semi-Fowler B) Supine C) High Fowler D) Side-lying