Author Question: A nurse plans care for a client admitted with a snakebite to the right leg. With whom should the ... (Read 130 times)

jparksx · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A nurse plans care for a client admitted with a snakebite to the right leg. With whom should the nurse collaborate?

a. The facility's neurologist
b. The poison control center
c. The physical therapy department
d. A herpetologist (snake specialist)

Question 2

A nurse teaches a community health class about water safety. Which statement by a participant indicates that additional teaching is needed?

a. I can go swimming all by myself because I am a certified lifeguard.
b. I cannot leave my toddler alone in the bathtub for even a minute.
c. I will appoint one adult to supervise the pool at all times during a party.
d. I will make sure that there is a phone near my pool in case of an emergency.

dantucker · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
For the client with a snakebite, the nurse should contact the regional poison control center immediately for specific advice on antivenom administration and client management.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
People should never swim alone, regardless of lifeguard status. The other statements indicate good understanding of the teaching.