What is an appropriate beverage for the nurse to give to a child who had a tonsillectomy earlier in the day?
a. Chocolate ice cream
b. Orange juice
c. Fruit punch
d. Apple juice
D
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A The child can have full liquids on the second postoperative day.
B Citrus drinks are not offered because they can irritate the throat.
C Red liquids are avoided because they give the appearance of blood if vomited.
D The child can have clear, cool liquids when fully awake.
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A nurse is preparing a client for surgical resection of esophageal cancer to be followed by chemotherapy and radiation. The nurse plans teaching carefully for this client because
a. the client's educational needs are so extensive. b. many esophageal cancer clients feel they do not receive adequate information. c. postoperative recovery and rehabilitation take commitment from the client. d. successful treatment for esophageal cancer takes multiple procedures.
Ptosis may be secondary to:
a. paresis of a branch of cranial nerve III. b. hyperthyroidism. c. psoriasis. d. blepharitis.
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