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A nurse in the emergency department is preparing to discharge a 3-year- old child.

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The child's guardian states the child has been unable to sleep recently and has been very irritable. Guardian expresses concern about the child's atopic dermatitis worsening and the child

scratching excessively, which results in the areas bleeding. Guardian states the child has a history of allergic rhinitis.
Which of the following statements should the nurse plan to include in the discharge instructions for the child's guardian? (Select all that apply.)

"You should apply a thick layer of pimecrolimus cream to your child's lesions."

"You can apply gloves to your child's hands."

"You should cut and file your child's fingernails frequently."

"Your child will experience occasional flare-ups of this condition."

"You should apply emollients to your child's skin after bathing."

"Your child's condition is contagious when lesions are present."

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,C,D,E,F

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. This statement indicates understanding. Giving water after administering digoxin helps ensure that the medication is swallowed and reaches the stomach, which is important for proper absorption.
B. Giving digoxin with foods high in fiber is not a specific instruction for administering this medication. It is important to follow the healthcare provider's specific dosing
instructions.
C. If a child vomits after taking digoxin, the parent should not give another dose. They should wait until the next scheduled dose. Double dosing can lead to overdose.
D. Mixing digoxin with juice is not recommended, as it may affect the absorption of the medication. It is best to give digoxin with a small amount of water.

A. Increased restlessness B. Respiratory rate 25/min C. Bowel sounds 20/min D. Urinary output 35 mL/hr

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Increased restlessness can indicate hypoxia, pain, or worsening shock, which are critical concerns in a toddler with significant burns. This finding should be reported immediately.
B. Respiratory rate of 25/min is within the normal range for a toddler (22-37 breaths per minute) and does not require immediate intervention.
C. Bowel sounds of 20/min are normal and do not indicate a complication.
D. Urinary output of 35 mL/hr is adequate for a toddler (goal: ≥1-2 mL/kg/hr, which would be ≥20-40 mL/hr for a 20 kg child) and does not require reporting.

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