An infant has been diagnosed with staphylococcal pneumonia. Nursing care of the child with pneumonia includes which intervention?
a. Administration of antibiotics
b. Frequent complete assessment of the infant
c. Round-the-clock administration of antitussive agents
d. Strict monitoring of intake and output to avoid congestive heart failure
ANS: A
Antibiotics are indicated for bacterial pneumonia. Often the child has decreased pulmonary reserve, and clustering of care is essential. The child's respiratory rate and status and general disposition are monitored closely, but frequent complete physical assessments are not indicated. Antitussive agents are used sparingly. It is desirable for the child to cough up some of the secretions. Fluids are essential to kept secretions as liquefied as possible.
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