A 3 year old is diagnosed with terminal grade four neuroblastoma, ...

[imanialler]

A 3 year old is diagnosed with terminal grade four neuroblastoma, which has side effects of balance and hearing issues. The child's mother asks the nurse about an appropriate, safe activity for the child.
 
  The nurse tells the mother that the most appropriate type of play is: 1. No play is good. The child should remain in bed.
   2. Play groups with children in the neighborhood.
   3. Age appropriate gymnastic classes.
   4. Quiet play with minimal stimuli, such as puzzles or books.

Question 2

A nurse is assessing a child with Henoch Schonlein purpura. Which of the following orders should be clarified with the doctor?
 
  1. C-reactive protein lab
   2. Abdominal ultrasound
   3. A cystoscopy procedure
   4. CBC lab

[ladyjames123]

Answer to Question 1

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1. Playing is a normal part of learning and should be considered.
2. Play groups may cause too much stimulation and cause negative reactions from the child.
3. A gymnastics class is too much stimulation and the child may have issues with balance.
4. Quiet play with minimal stimuli is the most appropriate for a child with balance and hearing issues.

Answer to Question 2

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1. A CRP will give information about the amount of inflammation in the body.
2. An abdominal ultrasound enables the nurse to have views of the kidneys.
3. A cystoscopy only views the bladder. Information is needed about the kidneys.
4. A CBC will help identify if an infection is present.

[imanialler]

Gracias!

[hollysheppard095]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it