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vinney12

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A child with diabetes is brought to the emergency department. He is flushed, his skin is dry, and he is drowsy. His father states that the child has been feeling progressively worse since the morning. This child is most likely experiencing:
 
  a. Hyperglycemia
  b. A systemic infection
  c. Ketoacidosis
  d. Water intoxication

Question 2

The nurse makes a poster showing methods of effective discipline for preschoolers, which are: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Time out
  b. Spanking
  c. Modeling desired behavior
  d. Withholding privileges
  e. Rewarding good behavior


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leeeep

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
In ketoacidosis, the child's skin is dry and the face is flushed. Patients appear dehydrated. They may perspire and be restless. The breath has a fruity odor, and there is no rest period between inspiration and expiration.

Answer to Question 2

A, C, D, E
Using time outs, modeling desired behavior, withholding privileges, and rewarding good behavior are all effective discipline methods. Spanking has been cited by the Academy of Pediatrics as an ineffective method.


vinney12

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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