An infant girl is born with microcephaly. The infant also has a depressed nasal bridge, low-set ears, and a protruding tongue. What nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for this patient and her parents?
A) Inability to suck related to protruding tongue
B) Knowledge deficit related to trisomy 21
C) Impaired hearing related to low-set ears
D) Altered breathing related to depressed nasal bridge
B
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When applying cold therapy, a nurse correctly understands that
1. Ice or another source of cold should be placed directly on the patient's skin. 2. Cold therapy works best when alternated with heat therapy. 3. A thin cloth barrier should be placed between the source of cold and the patient's skin. 4. The treatment should be applied for about 45 minutes.
What is the method of transmission for the spreading of Haemophilus influenzae meningitis?
A) Intravenous B) Fecal C) Droplet D) Contact
Health information technology is a challenge for community and public health nurses in the 21st century. What is a benefit of health information technology for public health?
A) Improved coordination of care B) Support for evidence-based care C) Elimination of paperwork D) Improved tracking of chronic disease management