An eight-year-old boy has presented to the emergency departm…
An eight-year-old boy has presented to the emergency department complaining of right lower quadrant pain, vomiting and diarrhea for three days. Which of the following diagnostic evaluations would the nurse expect the provider to order?
Read DetailsThe nurse is caring for a 6-year-old presenting with respira…
The nurse is caring for a 6-year-old presenting with respiratory distress and stridor. The child is diagnosed with Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). The parent asks the nurse about the treatment for RSV. The nurse knows that the PRIORITY medication that child is likely to receive is:
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An infant is brought into the emergency room after suffering an apneic episode at home. The patient is diagnosed with an apparent life-threatening event (ALTE). Which statements are correct regarding this diagnosis? (select all that apply.)
Read DetailsDuring the first 4 days of hospitalization, Eric, age 18 mon…
During the first 4 days of hospitalization, Eric, age 18 months, cried inconsolably when his parents left him, and he refused the staff’s attention. Now the nurse observes that Eric appears to be “settled in” and unconcerned about seeing his parents. The nurse should interpret this as which of the following?
Read DetailsDuring the first 4 days of hospitalization, Eric, age 18 mon…
During the first 4 days of hospitalization, Eric, age 18 months, cried inconsolably when his parents left him, and he refused the staff’s attention. Now the nurse observes that Eric appears to be “settled in” and unconcerned about seeing his parents. The nurse should interpret this as which of the following?
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