For the child who speaks another language, the nurse must identify an interpreter who is proficient in both languages
The patient's 12-year-old brother has accompanied him to the hospital and would be an ideal candidate to interpret before any treatment or surgical procedure. Is this statement true or false? Indicate whether the statement is true or false
F
Other children should not be used as interpreters under any circumstances. An adult family
member, a friend of the family, or an interpreter service should be used whenever possible.
This is necessary in order to explain procedures, teach new skills, and assess patient needs.
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The nurse, a member of the health care team in the ED, is caring for a patient who is determined to be in the irreversible stage of shock. What would be the most appropriate nursing intervention?
A) Provide opportunities for the family to spend time with the patient, and help them to understand the irreversible stage of shock. B) Inform the patient's family immediately that the patient will likely not survive to allow the family time to make plans and move forward. C) Closely monitor fluid replacement therapy, and inform the family that the patient will probably survive and return to normal life. D) Protect the patient's airway, optimize intravascular volume, and initiate the early rehabilitation process.
What is the primary reason a nurse might administer an antiparkinsonism drug to a child?
A) New-onset Parkinson's disease B) Drug abuse C) Fibromyalgia D) Parkinsonian symptoms
A patient has been living with a diagnosis of anemia for several years and has experienced recent declines in her hemoglobin levels despite active treatment. What assessment finding would signal complications of anemia?
A) Venous ulcers and visual disturbances B) Fever and signs of hyperkalemia C) Epistaxis and gastroesophageal reflux D) Ascites and peripheral edema
When assessing a child for an upper extremity fracture, the nurse should know that these fractures most often result from
a. Automobile accidents b. Falls c. Physical abuse d. Sports injuries