A pediatric client is to receive furosemide (Lasix) 2 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) every 6 hours. The client's weight is 55 pounds. The nurse administers ___________________ _ mg of Lasix every 6 hours.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Question 2
A 2-week-old baby's caregivers seek help from the nurse in understanding the baby's recent unexplained episodes of crying and inability to be consoled, no matter what they try. The nurse explains that this is probably colic.
The caregivers ask: What causes colic? Have we been doing something wrong? The nurse's best response is: a. In most cases we don't really know what causes colic, so don't blame yourselves. We will do some checking to see if it might be an infection.
b. I don't know if you have been doing something wrong or not. Let's look at what routines you have and your parenting practices.
c. Do you think you have been doing anything wrong?
d. What have you been feeding this baby, and how much at a time?
B, The nurse teaches the postoperative client to use an incentive spirometer to expand the lungs.
The postoperative client supports an incision with a folded pillow when taking a deep breath and cou
Pediatric Vital Signs Normal Ranges
Example of simplified note for one-time client.
Positioning the client
Testing client’s ability to identify sharp sensations