Author Question: The nurse modifies the technique of administering eyedrops for a 1-month-old infant by: a. ... (Read 75 times)

bb · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse modifies the technique of administering eyedrops for a 1-month-old infant by:

a. Placing the drops in the nasal corner of the eyelid
b. Asking assistance of a coworker to hold the lids open
c. Grasping the eyelashes and placing the drops under the lid
d. Applying the drops from a moistened cotton ball

Question 2

The nurse is teaching new mothers about safety in caring for infants. Which of the following actions will the nurse insist the new mothers adhere to in the day-to-day care of the infant?

a. Put a blanket on the floor around and under the crib.
b. Have the crib sides at least halfway up at all times.
c. Have at least one hand on the infant then the crib sides are down.
d. Leave little toys in the crib so the infant will be entertained.

briseldagonzales · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Because infants clench their eyes shut, the drops can be placed in the nasal corner of the eye so when the child opens the eyes the medication flows onto the conjunctiva.

Answer to Question 2

C

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A Incorrect. In teaching new mothers about safety in caring for infants, the nurse will never insist the new mothers put a blanket on the floor around and under the crib.
B Incorrect. In teaching new mothers about safety in caring for infants, the nurse will not insist the new mothers have the crib sides at least halfway up at all times, as this will engender a false sense of security.
C Correct. In teaching new mothers about safety in caring for infants, the nurse will insist the new mothers always have at least one hand on the infant then the crib sides are down.
D Incorrect. In teaching new mothers about safety in caring for infants, the nurse will never insist the new mothers leave little toys in the crib. In fact, the nurse will insist harmful objects or objects small enough to be swallowed never be left in or near the crib to avoid that danger.