When the mother of a child who has just received a ...

[gonzo233]

When the mother of a child who has just received a ventriculoperitonea l (VP) shunt for the relief of hydrocephalus asks the nurse what happens to all the fluid that is pumped into the peritoneal space, the nurse bases the response on the knowledge
 
  that the fluid is: a. Absorbed into the circulating volume and excreted
  b. Taken up by the fat cells in the abdomen
  c. Ultimately stored in the liver
  d. Stored in the lymphatic system

Question 2

When auscultating the heart of a 3-year-old girl, an irregular heartbeat is assessed. The nurse recognizes that:
 
  a. This is normal for a child younger than 4 years of age
  b. The arrhythmia should be documented and reported to the charge nurse
  c. This may be caused by anxiety and should be rechecked in 1 hour
  d. This is an emergency, and help should be called

[sarajane1989]

Answer to Question 1

A
The fluid from the ventricles is absorbed into the circulating volume and excreted.

Answer to Question 2

B
A child of 3 years of age should have a regular rhythm. An irregular heart rhythm should be documented and reported to the nurse in charge immediately. Arrhythmias do not pose an immediate threat.