The nurse instructs a hearing-impaired school-age child on to how ...

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The nurse instructs a hearing-impaired school-age child on to how self-inject a prescribed medication. Which observation indicates to the nurse that additional teaching is required?
 
  A) The child pinches the skin together before inserting the needle.
  B) The child injects the appropriate amount of air into the vial before withdrawing medication.
  C) The child places the filled syringe and uncapped needle on the bed to open the alcohol wipe.
  D) The child slowly pushes on the plunger to inject the medication before withdrawing the needle.

Question 2

The nurse is providing discharge planning for a 12-year-old boy with multiple medical conditions. Which of the following would be the best teaching method for this child and his family?
 
  A) Demonstrate the care and ask for a return demonstration.
  B) Provide and review educational booklets and materials.
  C) Provide a written schedule for the child's care.
  D) Provide a trial period of home care.

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Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Children who are unable to hear may need additional time for explanations and support. By placing the syringe and uncapped needle on the bed, the child is contaminating the needle. This would indicate that additional teaching is necessary. Pinching the skin, injecting air, and slowly pushing on the plunger all indicate that teaching has been effective.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Parents of children with multiple medical needs may benefit from a trial period of home care. This occurs while the child is still in the hospital, but the parents or caregivers provide all of the care that the child requires. The other options are also important teaching methods, but a trial period is the best solution for a child with multiple medical conditions.