A nurse is contacted by a parent whose 7-year-old child ingested half a bottle of vitamins with ferrous sulfate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the parent? Instruct the parent to:

Take the child to the provider's office

Give the child 60 mL of syrup of ipecac

Contact poison control

Provide a high carbohydrate meal to the child

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A.   While taking the child to the provider’s office may be necessary, contacting poison control is the most
immediate and appropriate action when a child ingests a toxic substance.
B.   Syrup of ipecac is no longer recommended for use in poisoning cases due to potential complications and ineffectiveness.
C.   Poison control should be contacted immediately as they can provide specific instructions on how to manage the situation based on the substance ingested.
D.   A high carbohydrate meal is not an appropriate intervention in the case of poisoning, and it may delay treatment or worsen symptoms.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. The Hepatitis B vaccine prevents liver disease caused by the hepatitis B virus, not epiglottitis.
B. The polio vaccine prevents polio, not epiglottitis.
C. The Hib vaccine specifically prevents infections caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b, which can lead to epiglottitis, a life-threatening condition.
D. The MMR vaccine prevents measles, mumps, and rubella, but it does not prevent epiglottitis.

A. Using cotton tipped swaps B. Frequent viral infections C. Playing in, the pool D. Cleaning the ears with vinegar

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Using cotton-tipped swabs can push earwax deeper into the ear canal, increasing the risk of infection and otitis media.
B. Frequent viral infections may contribute to upper respiratory issues, but they are not the primary risk factor for otitis media.
C. Playing in the pool is a potential risk for outer ear infections, not otitis media.
D. Cleaning the ears with vinegar is not associated with an increased risk of otitis media.

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