A student has sustained a fracture while playing on the swings ...

[kwoodring]

A student has sustained a fracture while playing on the swings during recess. The school nurse is required to document the event using a standardized injury form.
 
  Which of the following best describes the rationale for using this form? Select all that apply. a. serves as legal protection for the school district in the event the guardian files charges
  b. provides necessary documentation for insurance purposes for the student
  c. allows for the examination of patterns
  d. provides a standard format for examining data on injuries

Question 2

A neonate has a positive skin test for TB. The baby has no obvious symptoms of disease. The nurse explains to the parents that:
 
  a. The baby had a false positive
  b. The baby does not need treatment
  c. They should notify the doctor if the baby develops a cough
  d. The baby will be treated with medication for 9 months

[stallen]

Answer to Question 1

C, D

Feedback
Correct Standardized injury forms are used for examining data on injuries, as well as looking for patterns. By identifying such patterns, interventions can be implemented to eliminate or minimize the risk associated with specific events or activities, such as playground equipment.
Standardized injury forms are used for examining data on injuries, as well as looking for patterns. The standardized injury forms provide a standard format for examining data on injury.
Incorrect The intent of the form is not to serve as legal protection for the school.
The intent of the form is not intended to provide documentation for insurance purposes.

Answer to Question 2

D
The nurse would not assume that the test is a false positive. The baby will be treated with medication (usually INH) for 9 months.