A nurse is discussing coping mechanisms with a parent of a 3-month-old infant. Which of the following therapeutic questions should the nurse ask the parent?
"Are you willing to take new parenting classes?"
"What do you do when your infant is fussy?"
"Does parenting cause you stress?"
"Is it overwhelming when your infant is having a bad day?".
The Correct Answer is B
“What do you do when your infant is fussy?” This question allows the parent to discuss their coping mechanisms and gives the nurse an opportunity to provide guidance and support.
Choice A is not a therapeutic question because it suggests a course of action rather than exploring the parent’s feelings and experiences.
Choice C and D are not therapeutic questions because they are closed-ended and do not encourage the parent to discuss their coping mechanisms.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A 24-gauge catheter is the smallest-gauge catheter and is appropriate for administering IV fluids and medications to an infant.
Choice B is wrong because an opaque dressing would prevent the nurse from visualizing the insertion site.
Choice C is wrong because starting an IV in an infant’s foot can be painful and difficult to secure.
Choice D is wrong because IV sites should be changed every 72-96 hours or according to facility policy.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
The nurse should initiate droplet isolation precautions when admitting a child who has acute epiglottitis.
Epiglottitis is commonly caused by Haemophilus influenzae type B and can be transmitted through respiratory droplets.
Choice A is wrong because obtaining a throat culture is not recommended when epiglottitis is suspected, as it can cause further obstruction of the airway.
Choice C is wrong because assisting the child into a supine position can worsen the airway obstruction.
Children with epiglottitis prefer to sit upright with the chin extended and mouth open.
Choice D is wrong because checking oxygen saturation every 4 hours may not be frequent enough for a child with acute epiglottitis who may require continuous monitoring of oxygen saturation.
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