A toddler with spastic cerebral palsy needs to be transported to the radiology department. What transportation method should the nurse use to take the toddler to the radiology department?
a. A stretcher
b. A wheelchair
c. A wagon with pillows
d. Carried in the nurse's arms
ANS: C
A wagon with pillows would support the child with spastic cerebral palsy better than a stretcher or wheelchair. A wagon would give the child a "wheelchair" experience, so the nurse should not carry the child.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is planning a health promotion class for young adult women. What topic would be most important for the nurse to include for this group?
a. Immunizations b. Pap test every 2 or 3 years c. Annual mammograms d. Screening colonoscopies
When monitoring an infant's pulse, the nurse on the pediatric unit should know that:
a. The normal pulse rate is higher for infants than adults b. An apical pulse is recommended for infants c. The nurse should listen for any irregularities in rhythm d. All of the above
The nurse correctly recognizes that which of the following medications may cause toxicity? Select all that apply
1. Acetaminophen 2. Valproic acid 3. Gentamicin 4. Penicillin 5. Metoprolol
A woman at 28 weeks' gestation reports not feeling the baby move for over 30 minutes. How should the nurse respond first?
1. "When did you eat last?" 2. "Have you been smoking?" 3. "Your baby might be asleep." 4. "You need to go to the emergency room immediately for further evaluation."