If a child has an allergy to neomycin with a anapylactic reaction what vaccine should
you withhold? or an allergy to eggs or gelatin - CORRECT ANSWER
... [Show More] measles, mumps,
rubella (MMR)
what is an indication of bacterial meningitis? - CORRECT ANSWER increased protein
concentration, increased WBC, decreased glucose level, increased cerebrospinal fluid
pressure
normal HCT for a child - CORRECT ANSWER 32 - 44%
what can a child experience with a low HCT? - CORRECT ANSWER tachycardia,
lightheadedness, fatigue, dyspnea, pallor
normal wbc for child - CORRECT ANSWER 5,000 - 10,000 mm3
normal platelet for child - CORRECT ANSWER 150,000-400,000
normal Hgb for child - CORRECT ANSWER 9.5-14 g/dL
normal prealbumin for child - CORRECT ANSWER 15-33 mg/dL
pavlik harness - CORRECT ANSWER used for hip dysplasia in infants
Remove only to take baths, place diapers under the harness straps, do not use
products becuase can cause skin irritation, and do not adjust straps
peritonitis - CORRECT ANSWER inflammation of the peritoneum (membrane lining the
abdominal cavity and surrounding the organs within it)
abdominal distension, chills, irritability, restlessness
scoliosis - CORRECT ANSWER should expect to see a unilateral rib hump with hip
flexion
peristalis - CORRECT ANSWER involuntary waves of muscle involves contractions of
the smooth muscles that push the food toward the stomach
what should you expect with a child following a perforated appendix repair? -
CORRECT ANSWER absence of peristalsis
what to do following a lumbar puncture? - CORRECT ANSWER apply topical analgesic
1 hr before, place client in prone or flat position for up to 12 hours after, encourage to
drink extra fluids
nursing interventions for a child with an epidural hematoma? - CORRECT ANSWER
neuro checks q15mins, avoid suctioning nares, implement seizure activity, position
infant midline slightly elevated
nursing interventions for a child scheudled for a wound debridement? - CORRECT
ANSWER apply topical ointment following hydrotherapy, apply gauze after therapy,
administer an analgesic beforehand, and AVOID prophylactic antibiotic therapy
who can sign consent? - CORRECT ANSWER over 18 y/o, parent of a minor, or if
under 18 and married can sign themselves
nursing interventions for a child in a tonic clonic seizure. - CORRECT ANSWER turn to
side, no food or drink, nothing by mouth (meds)
epinephrine - CORRECT ANSWER treats anaphylaxis
Prednisone - CORRECT ANSWER treats severe inflammation
Anti-inflammatory
Diphenhydramine - CORRECT ANSWER Benadryl, decreases allergic reaction
Albuterol - CORRECT ANSWER Bronchodilator, improves childs breathing
ventricular septal defect - CORRECT ANSWER nurse should expect to hear a loud
harsh murmur due to the left to right shunting of blood
coarction of the aorta (CoA) - CORRECT ANSWER narrowing of the aorta, should
expect to have high blood pressure and weak femoral pulses
indication of early septic shock - CORRECT ANSWER increased heart rate, normal
BP, fever and chills, normal urinary output
how to test for a sickle turbidity test - CORRECT ANSWER perform a finger stick, if test
is positive hemoglobin electrophoresis is required to distinguish b/w children who have
the genetic trait and children who have the disease
McBurney's point - CORRECT ANSWER A point on the right side of the abdomen,
about two-thirds of the distance between the umbilicus and the anterior bony
prominence of the hip
normal urine output for an adolescent - CORRECT ANSWER 33 to 62.5 mL/hr [Show Less]