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KWilfred

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The home health nurse caring for a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) instructs the family in methods to help avoid osteopenia in their child, which include encouraging: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Mobility
  b. Greater nutritional intake
  c. Weight gain
  d. Inclusion of fiber in the diet
  e. Avoiding exposure to cold climates

Question 2

Which of the following symptoms would an 18-month-old child exhibit when experiencing left-sided heart failure?
 
  1. Tachypnea
   2. Tachycardia
   3. Syncope
   4. Nausea and vomiting



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Answer to Question 1

A, B
Osteopenia is condition of low bone mass that puts the child at risk for osteoporosis as an adult. Encouraging mobility and greater and more nutritious intake will help prevent the disorder.

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1. Tachypnea is caused by the pooling of secretions and increased incidence of congestive heart disease.
2. Tachycardia is a late sign of left-sided heart failure.
3. Syncope is not a sign of left-sided heart failure.
4. Nausea and vomiting are not symptoms of left-sided heart failure.





 

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