Author Question: A child has fallen in gym class and is complaining of pain in one ankle. The child cries out when ... (Read 109 times)

wenmo · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A child has fallen in gym class and is complaining of pain in one ankle. The child cries out when trying to bear weight.

The nurse should complete which of the following immediate actions if there is swelling, bruising, deformities, decreased movement, or decreased circulation and sensation in the deformity? a. splint the extremity as necessary c. apply heat
b. continue to have the child bear weight d. call an ambulance

Question 2

The nurse instructs new parents on the safety precautions needed to protect their baby from injury. Which of the following is an appropriate recommendation?

a. The infant should be placed on the stomach for sleep
b. Use a firm pillow in the crib
c. Apply sunscreen before taking the baby outside
d. Use a firm, tight-fitting mattress in the crib

IAPPLET · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A

Feedback
A Correct. Given the nature of the pain, and the symptoms described, the nurse's immediate action should be to splint the extremity as necessary.
B Incorrect. The symptoms indicate a fracture; therefore, the nurse should keep the child from weight bearing on the injured ankle. However, this is not the appropriate immediate action.
C Incorrect. Good first aid calls for application of a cold pack, not heat, given the symptoms.
D Incorrect. Calling an ambulance should occur if the nurse's assessment dictates the situation to be an emergency.

Answer to Question 2

D
An infant should be placed on the back for sleep. Never use a pillow in a crib. Sunscreen is not used until the baby is at least 6 months old. The crib should have a firm, tight-fitting mattress.