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stevenposner

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A 2-year-old fell and now has a large hematoma on his forehead. He is crying and upset. His father is very worried and anxious. You should:
 
  A) tell the dad he must stay calm.
  B) allow the father to hold or stay near the child.
  C) ask the dad to leave the room.
  D) wait to assess the child until someone else is present.

Question 2

You are administering positive pressure ventilation to an elderly male with a history of advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which of the following must you keep in mind as you care for this patient?
 
  A) Too forceful ventilations may rupture the lung tissue and cause a pneumothorax.
  B) High concentrations of oxygen will damage the lungs and must be avoided.
  C) Ventilations must be given with greater force to overcome natural stiffening of the rib cage.
  D) Positive pressure ventilation with high-concentration oxygen is contraindicated for this patient.



ms_sulzle

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A



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