The nurse is administering a number of therapeutic interventions for neonates, infants, and children on the pediatric unit. Which of these interventions contributes to an increase in chronic illness seen in early childhood?
A) Administering antibiotics to prevent lethal infections
B) Vaccinating children to prevent childhood diseases
C) Using mechanical ventilation for premature infants
D) Using corticosteroids as a treatment for asthma
C
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The nurse is talking with a 30-year-old man about his nutritional needs. Which of the following recommendations would the nurse make for this client?
1. Increase protein intake. 2. Decrease the amount of milk by one glass per day. 3. Reduce calories to no more than 1,500 calories per day. 4. Decrease intake of fat and increase intake of fruits and vegetables.
A child with severe pertussis has been prescribed erythromycin (Erythrocin) and prednisone (Deltasone). Four days later, the parent informs the clinic nurse the child is sleeping more than usual and is not eating well. Which response by the nurse is the m
A. "Go to the emergency department for an infection workup." B. "Let her sleep; she is just exhausted from having pertussis." C. "Stop the prednisone for now and see how she does tomorrow." D. "Take her temperature; if it's normal bring her in tomorrow."
A nurse manager has a strong belief in the value of certification for staff nurses. Unfortunately, only two staff members are certified
How could the manager encourage the remaining staff to seek certification? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Make it a job requirement. 2. Obtain grant monies to fund purchase of materials for certification. 3. Support those who are seeking certification with study sessions and helpful study hints. 4. Work with administration to obtain a salary adjustment for those who become certified. 5. Role-model the behavior by becoming certified.
The nurse is caring for a client prescribed baclofen (Lioresal) for cerebral palsy (CP). The client's parents speak very little English and the nurse plans to use an interpreter to teach the parents about the medication
Which instructions should the nurse emphasize during client teaching? A) "It is important that your child take the medication as prescribed. Do not stop the medication abruptly." B) "Do not give your child any aspirin-type drugs while on this medication." C) "It is important for your child to take the medication on an empty stomach." D) "You will need to increase your child's intake of fiber while on this medication."