Benzodiazepines (Valium, Ativan), when given in conjunction with ...

[luvbio]

Benzodiazepines (Valium, Ativan), when given in conjunction with opioid analgesia, appear to enhance pain relief and reduce nausea and vomiting. Because of the positive effects of this combination, benzodiazepines are frequently used during labor.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

A preschool-age child diagnosed with AIDS has developed respiratory compromise. Which technique would the nurse utilize to encourage effective lung expansion?
 
  1. Incentive spirometry
  2. Chest physiotherapy
  3. Bubble blowing
  4. Coughing and deep breathing

[owenfalvey]

Answer to Question 1

F
Because all benzodiazepines cause significant maternal amnesia, their use should be avoided during labor. Another major disadvantage is the subsequent disruption of thermoregulation in the newborn.

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale:
1. Bubble blowing is most appropriate for the preschool-age group. Preschool-age children are at a developmental level where the other choices would be less appropriate. While those choices could be done with the preschooler, they would require more time, and the child would be less compliant. Chest physiotherapy is directed primarily at promoting airway clearance.
2. Bubble blowing is most appropriate for the preschool-age group. Preschool-age children are at a developmental level where the other choices would be less appropriate. While those choices could be done with the preschooler, they would require more time, and the child would be less compliant. Chest physiotherapy is directed primarily at promoting airway clearance.
3. Bubble blowing is most appropriate for the preschool-age group. Preschool-age children are at a developmental level where the other choices would be less appropriate. While those choices could be done with the preschooler, they would require more time, and the child would be less compliant. Chest physiotherapy is directed primarily at promoting airway clearance.
4. Bubble blowing is most appropriate for the preschool-age group. Preschool-age children are at a developmental level where the other choices would be less appropriate. While those choices could be done with the preschooler, they would require more time, and the child would be less compliant. Chest physiotherapy is directed primarily at promoting airway clearance.