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jCorn1234

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The nurse has just finished a parent-teaching session on preventing heat-related illnesses for children who exercise. Which statement by a parent indicates understanding of preventive techniques taught?
 
  1. Hydration should occur at the end ofan exercise session.
  2. Water is the drink of choice toreplenish fluids.
  3. Wearing dark clothing duringexercise is recommended.
  4. During activity,stop for fluids every1520 minutes.

Question 2

Parents of an infant with slow weight gain ask the nurse if they can feed their baby a highly concentrated formula. An appropriate response given by the nurse would be
 
  1. A higher-concentrated formulacould lead to dehydration because of high sodium content;let's discuss other strategies.
  2. An undiluted formula concentratecould be given to help the child gain weight;let's look at brands.
  3. Evaporated milk could be given tothe infant instead of the current formula you're using.
  4. A higher-concentrated formulacould be given for daytime feedings; let's work on a schedule.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer:4
Rationale:During activity,stopping for fluids every 1520 minutes is recommended.Hydrati on should occur before and during the activity,not just at the end. A combination of water and sports drinks is best to replace fluids during exercise.Light-colored,light clothing is best to wear during exercise activities; wearing of dark colors can increase sweating.

Answer to Question 2

Answer:1
Rationale:Parents and caregivers of bottle-fed babies should be taught never to give undiluted formula concentrate or evaporated milk due to the high sodium content.
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