When providing care to a child requiring temperature measurement, nurses use evidence-based practice whenever they
a. understand that a rectal temperature is the most accurate method in a child.
b. understand that a rectal temperature is the least accurate method in a child.
c. understand that an axillary temperature is the most accurate method in a child.
d. understand that adding 1?C to an axillary temperature in a child is as accurate as a rectal temperature.
ANS: A
Research demonstrates the accuracy of taking rectal temperatures in children versus the axillary mode. Research supports the use of rectal temperature as the most accurate method to use in children.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is caring for a patient with polycystic ovary syndrome. What antidiabetic drug would the nurse anticipate will be ordered?
A) Metformin B) Acarbose C) Insulin D) Glyburide
An individual experiencing a heroin overdose has been given one dose of naloxone (Narcan) intravenously. The priority nursing intervention is
a. close observation to determine the need for an additional dose of naloxone. b. seizure precautions for 2 hours immediately after administration of naloxone. c. acidification of urine by encouraging the patient to drink cranberry juice. d. a nonstimulating environment and administration of oral fluids.
Which neurological deficits would the nurse be most likely to encounter when assessing a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia?
a. Weakness and loss of function b. Paralysis and diminished reflexes c. Droopy eyelids and reddened cornea d. Increased blinking and impaired fine motor skills
The nurse prepares to perform an indwelling urinary catheterization for a client who will undergo surgery. Place the steps of client positioning and sterile glove donning in the correct order.A) Open the drainage package, maintaining sterility.B) Position the client.C) Remove and discard gloves; perform hand hygiene.D) Open the catheterization kit; apply sterile gloves.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).