The pediatric nurse explains to the parents of a child with kyphosis that kyphosis is caused by a congenital or acquired condition. The nurse notes the following congenital causes of kyphosis as:
Select all answers that apply.
A) osteomyelitis.
B) rheumatoid arthritis.
C) ankylosing spondylitis.
D) osteogenesis imperfecta.
C, D
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What does the nurse expect the appearance of the stools of a child with celiac disease to be?
a. Ribbon like b. Hard, constipated c. Bulky, frothy d. Loose, foul-smelling
Select the physiological reasoning behind enteral therapy as the preferred source of nutritional therapy
a. Gut overgrowth increases. b. Gastroparesis increases. c. Bacterial translocation is initiated. d. Gut mucosa is preserved.
When considering the culture of a patient, the nurse would be aware that in some cultures
A) A health care provider of the same gender is preferred B) Only a male health care provider is acceptable C) A chaperone always has to be with the patient D) A translator is always necessary
The nurse is preparing to assess a wound on a new admission on a medical–surgical unit. Which items should the nurse review in the medical record prior to assessing the client's wound?
1. The cause of the wound 2. The length of time the wound has been present 3. The previous treatments and client responses 4. The equipment used by other nurses 5. The current medication list