A nurse Identifies that a school age child has pediculosis capitis and educates the child's parents about the condition. Which of the following statements by the parents is correct from the Instructions provided by the nurse?
"All recently used clothing, bedding, and towels must be washed in warm water."
"Toys that can't be dry cleaned or washed must be thrown out."
"I will treat all the family members to be on the safe side."
“We need to comb through our child's hair with a fine-toothed comb to remove the dead lice and nits after using the medicated shampoo."
The Correct Answer is D
A. This is also correct, but the focus of the question is on the treatment of the child's hair itself.
B. Non-washable toys should be bagged for 2 weeks, not thrown out.
C. While treating all family members is common, only those with active infestations need treatment.
D. This is the correct action after using a medicated shampoo for lice treatment. A fine-toothed comb should be used to remove lice and nits (eggs) from the child's hair.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Increased somnolence or lethargy is a common sign of increased intracranial pressure in infants.
B. Increased heart rate may initially occur but can later slow down as intracranial pressure rises, leading to bradycardia.
C. Depressed fontanels are indicative of dehydration, not increased intracranial pressure. Bulging fontanels are more indicative of increased intracranial pressure.
D. Brisk pupillary reaction to light is normal; a sluggish or absent reaction could indicate increased intracranial pressure.
Correct Answer is ["A","B","E"]
Explanation
A. Bisphosphonates help increase bone density and reduce the frequency of fractures in children with osteogenesis imperfecta.
B. Assistive devices like crutches or wheelchairs help reduce the risk of fractures by providing support and reducing the load on fragile bones.
C. Heat is not a standard intervention for osteogenesis imperfecta. The child’s bones are fragile, and
applying heat may not be beneficial and could cause further injury.
D. Resistance exercises are not recommended for osteogenesis imperfecta, as they could lead to fractures due to the fragile nature of the bones.
E. Ensuring a safe environment to prevent falls and fractures is essential in managing osteogenesis imperfecta.
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