An infant suddenly develops abdominal pain, becomes irritable, and draws up the knees. Vomiting occurs soon afterward. The mother reports that the infant passed a normal stool, followed by one that looked like currant jelly. What treatment does the healthcare professional prepare the infant for?
a. Corrective surgery
b. Reduction enema
c. Gastric decompression
d. Anal dilation
Ans: b. Reduction enema
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A) Stat administration of tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) B) Administration of a diuretic such as mannitol to reduce cerebral edema and ICP C) Monitoring in the ICU for signs and symptoms of cerebral insult D) Craniotomy and clipping of the affected vessel
Members of some cultures consider making eye contact a sign of disrespect
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A nurse decides to use a family attachment diagram. The nurse is assessing which area?
A) Composition B) Interaction patterns C) Power structure D) Socialization
When the nurse is unsure about how to perform a patient care procedure, the best action would be to:
a. Ask another nurse. b. Discuss the procedure with the patient's physician. c. Look up the procedure in a nursing textbook. d. Consult the agency procedure manual and follow the guidelines for the procedure.