The nurse is caring for a child with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Which manifestation would the nurse most likely assess in this patient?

A nurse is performing post-op care for a child who has had a tonsillectomy. Which of the following is an appropriate care intervention?

The mother of a 20-month-old boy calls the nurse and tells her that he has a barking cough at night. His temperature is 37 degrees Celsius. The nurse suspects croup and recommends

A child has been admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome. The provider orders a diuretic with a safe dose of 2 mg/kg/day in 3-4 divided doses. The child weighs 25 lbs. The nurse calculates this child’s safe dose to be?

The nurse calculates the appropriate fluid requirement for a child who weighs 45kg to be

A mother is concerned that an 8-month-old baby has had two ear infections. What question should the nurse ask the mother to help determine the cause of the ear infections?

A 12-year-old is diagnosed with bacterial meningitis. A family member who is visiting the client asks, “How much longer will he be in isolation?” Which of the following is the best response from the nurse?

A 2.5 year-old girl is brought to the emergency department. She has a fever, hoarse voice, sore throat, and is drooling. She insists on sitting upright. What intervention should the nurse perform first?

DEFINITIONS: Define the three terms listed below and describe their relevance to the healthcare industry. (3 X 5 points= 15 points).

What structure surrounds and protects both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?