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notis

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on: Jul 22, 2018
A child admitted to the hospital with pneumonia has an oximetry reading of 88. The priority nursing activity for this child would be which of the following?
 
  1. Obtain a blood sample to send to the lab for electrolyte analysis
   2. Begin oxygen per nasal cannula at 1 liter
   3. Medicate for pain
   4. Begin administration of intravenous fluids

Question 2

Which health care professional most likely assessed your client's range of motion, mobility, strength, balance, and gait?
 
  1. recreational therapist
  2. physical therapist
  3. rehabilitation nurse
  4. occupational therapist


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

2. Begin oxygen per nasal cannula at 1 liter

Rationale:
The pulse oximetry reading should be 92 or greater. Oxygen by nasal cannula at 1 liter should be started initially. Medicating for pain, administering IV fluids, and sending lab specimens can be done once the child's oxygenation status has been addressed.

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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