The normal term infant has little difficulty clearing its airway ...

[frankwu]

The normal term infant has little difficulty clearing its airway after birth. Most secretions are brought up to the oropharynx by the cough reflex.
 
  However, if the infant has excess secretions, the mouth and nasal passages can easily be cleared with a bulb syringe. When instructing parents on the correct use of this piece of equipment, it is important that the nurse teach them to a. Avoid suctioning the nares.
  b. Insert the compressed bulb into the center of the mouth.
  c. Suction the mouth first.
  d. Remove the bulb syringe from the crib when finished.

Question 2

Which viral pathogen frequently causes acute diarrhea in young children?
 
  a. Giardia organisms
  b. Shigella organisms
  c. Rotavirus
  d. Salmonella organisms

[shoemake]

Answer to Question 1

C
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A The nasal passages should be suctioned one nostril at a time. The mouth should
always be suctioned first.
B After compression of the bulb it should be inserted into one side of the mouth. If
it is inserted into the center of the mouth, the gag reflex is likely to be initiated.
C The mouth should be suctioned first to prevent the infant from inhaling
pharyngeal secretions by gasping as the nares are suctioned.
D When the infant's cry no longer sounds as though it is through mucus or a
bubble, suctioning can be stopped. The bulb syringe should remain in the crib so
that it is easily accessible if needed again.

Answer to Question 2

C
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A Giardia is a bacterial pathogen that causes diarrhea.
B Shigella is a bacterial pathogen that is uncommon in the United States.
C Rotavirus is the most frequent viral pathogen that causes diarrhea in young
children.
D Salmonella is a bacterial pathogen that causes diarrhea.

[frankwu]

Correct answers!

[shoemake]

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