The nurse is providing instructions to a mother of a child with atopic dermatitis (eczema) regarding the application of topical cortisone cream to the affected skin sites
Which of the following statements, if made by the mother, indicates an understanding of the use of this medication? 1. "I shouldn't rub the medication into the skin."
2. "The medication is applied everywhere except the face."
3. "I need to wash the sites gently before I apply the medication."
4. "I need to apply the medication generously and allow it to absorb."
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Rationale: Topical corticosteroids should be applied sparingly and rubbed into the area thoroughly. The affected area should be cleansed gently prior to application. It should not be applied everywhere or over extensive areas. Systemic absorption is more likely to occur with extensive application. It is applied to the affected sites.
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The nurse would talk with the mother and suggest that she not push the food on the nauseated child because: 1. The child does not need to eat as he is on intravenous fluids. 2. Forcing the child to eat may lead to a food aversion for the child. 3. Vomiting can lead to damage to the stomach. 4. Pushing the child to eat leads to a psychological conflict that may turn the child away from the parent.
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Response 1. Client who is returning from the operating room after abdominal surgery Response 2. Client who will walk the hallway for the first time Response 3. Client who was febrile and required an antipyretic medication 1 hour ago Response 4. Client who is to be discharged this morning
A patient who just suffered a hemorrhagic stroke is brought to the emergency department by ambulance. What should be the nurse's primary assessment focus?
A) Cardiac and respiratory status B) Seizure activity C) Urinary output D) Fluid and electrolyte balance