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Chloeellawright

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The nurse is evaluating the outcomes of nursing care given a patient with a sexually transmitted infection (STI). The nurse verifies that the patient: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected.
 
  Select all that apply. 1. Had an identified infection.
  2. Could identify the mode of transmission.
  3. Would never cope with the infection.
  4. Could recognize the symptoms of an STI.
  5. Would not disclose the STI to her partner.

Question 2

The nurse is planning care for a school-age child with bacterial meningitis. Which of the following should be included?
 
  1. Keep environmental stimuli at aminimum.
  2. Avoid giving pain medications thatcould dull sensorium.
  3. Measure head circumference toassess developing complications.
  4. Have child move head side to side atleast every two hours.



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Answer to Question 1

1,2,4
Rationale 1: The infection must be identified and cured, if possible. If not, supportive therapy is provided.
Rationale 2: The woman and her partner should be able to describe the infection, its method of transmission, its implications, and the therapy.
Rationale 3: The woman should cope successfully with the impact of the diagnosis on her self-concept.
Rationale 4: The patient must be able to recognize the symptoms of an STI.
Rationale 5: If treatment of her partner is indicated, the woman must understand that it is necessary to prevent a cycle of reinfection.

Answer to Question 2

Answer:1
Rationale: A quiet environment should be maintained because noise can disturb a child with meningitis.Pain medications are appropriate to give and should be used when needed.Measuring head circumference would only be appropriate for a child less than 2 years.Excessive head movement should be avoided because it can increase irritation of the meninges.



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