This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: A nurse is providing instructions to the parents of a 3-month-old with developmental dysplasia of ... (Read 98 times)

jilianpiloj

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 521
on: Jun 27, 2018
A nurse is providing instructions to the parents of a 3-month-old with developmental dysplasia of the hip who is being treated with a Pavlik harness.
 
  Which statement by the parents demonstrates understanding of the instructions? Select all answers that apply. A) We need to adjust the straps so that they are snug but not too tight..
  B) We should change her diaper without taking her out of the harness..
  C) We need to check the area behind her knees for redness and irritation..
  D) We need to send the harness to the dry cleaners to have it cleaned..
  E) We need to call the doctor if she is not able to actively kick her legs..

Question 2

The nurse is providing care to a child with a long-leg hip spica cast. Which of the following would be a priority nursing diagnosis?
 
  A) Risk for impaired skin integrity due to cast and location
  B) Deficient knowledge related to cast care
  C) Risk for delayed development related to immobility
  D) Self-care deficit related to immobility


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

ebenov

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 331
Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B, C, E
Feedback:
Instructions related to use of a Pavlik harness include changing the child's diaper while in the harness; checking the areas behind the knees and diaper area for redness, irritation, or breakdown; and calling the doctor if the child is unable to actively kick her legs. The straps are not to be adjusted without checking with the physician or nurse practitioner first. The harness can be washed with mild detergent by hand and air dried. A hair dryer can be used to dry the harness but only if the air fluffing setting is used.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Although deficient knowledge, risk for delayed development, and self-care deficit may be applicable, the child is at increased risk for skin breakdown due to the size of the cast and its location. In addition, the cast has an opening, which allows for elimination. Soiling of cast edges or leakage of urine or stool can lead to skin breakdown.


jilianpiloj

  • Member
  • Posts: 521
Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Wow, this really help

upturnedfurball

  • Member
  • Posts: 334
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Nitroglycerin is used to alleviate various heart-related conditions, and it is also the chief component of dynamite (but mixed in a solid clay base to stabilize it).

Did you know?

Multiple sclerosis is a condition wherein the body's nervous system is weakened by an autoimmune reaction that attacks the myelin sheaths of neurons.

Did you know?

The oldest recorded age was 122. Madame Jeanne Calment was born in France in 1875 and died in 1997. She was a vegetarian and loved olive oil, port wine, and chocolate.

Did you know?

People who have myopia, or nearsightedness, are not able to see objects at a distance but only up close. It occurs when the cornea is either curved too steeply, the eye is too long, or both. This condition is progressive and worsens with time. More than 100 million people in the United States are nearsighted, but only 20% of those are born with the condition. Diet, eye exercise, drug therapy, and corrective lenses can all help manage nearsightedness.

Did you know?

Before a vaccine is licensed in the USA, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reviews it for safety and effectiveness. The CDC then reviews all studies again, as well as the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians. Every lot of vaccine is tested before administration to the public, and the FDA regularly inspects vaccine manufacturers' facilities.

Critical thinking involves analysis in which the nurse examines patient data available from a variet Critical thinking involves analysis in which the nurse examines patient data available from a variet
Nurse examining and measuring hematuria sample from client with a UTI Nurse examining and measuring hematuria sample from client with a UTI
Dysplasia to Neoplasm Progressio​n Dysplasia to Neoplasm Progressio​n
Nurse opens sterile package Nurse opens sterile package
Instructions for Completing the CMS-1500 (02/12) Claim Form Continued Instructions for Completing the CMS-1500 (02/12) Claim Form Continued
Nurse measuring the recumbent height of a toddler Nurse measuring the recumbent height of a toddler
Video: What is an ecosystem?

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library