A nurse is assessing a toddler during a well-child visit. Which of the following findings warrant further investigation?
a. Bare spots on the scalp, and broken hair
b. Overly concerned parents
c. Burns with sharply demarcated edges
d. Bruises anywhere on the body
Answer:
a. Bare spots on the scalp, and broken hair
c. Burns with sharply demarcated edges
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a. Ask the patient about foods that have special meanings. b. Describe the health risks of not staying on the regimen. c. Encourage the patient to keep a food log during the day. d. Review dietary teaching to see what is not understood.
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How many milliliters would the nurse administer with each dose? (Round to the nearest tenth) ___________ Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse needs to get informed consent to treat a 3-year-old girl with leukemia, and there may be cultural issues involved. Which of the following is the priority intervention?
A) Show an understanding of culture. B) Assess the family's beliefs. C) Demonstrate sensitivity to the family's beliefs. D) Assess the family's authority structure.