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sc00by25

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The nurse is caring for an infant experiencing hyperthermia. Which of the following would most likely be revealed in the nurse's assessment? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. flushing d. bradycardia
  b. hypertension e. tachypnea
  c. diaphoresis f. apnea

Question 2

The most fatal type of burn in the toddler age-group is
 
  a. Flame burn from playing with matches
  b. Scald burn from high-temperature tap water
  c. Hot object burn from cigarettes or irons
  d. Electric burn from electrical outlets



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Answer to Question 1

A, C, E, F
The signs of hyperthermia in an infant include flushing, hypotension (not hypertension), diaphoresis, tachycardia (not bradycardia), tachypnea, apnea, and irritability.

Answer to Question 2

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A Flame burns from matches and lighters represent one of the most fatal types of
burns in the toddler age-group.
B These are all significant causes of burn injury. The child should be protected
from these causes by reducing the temperature on the hot water heater in the
home, keeping objects such as cigarettes and irons away from children, and
placing protective guards over electric outlets when not in use.
C These are all significant causes of burn injury. The child should be protected
from these causes by reducing the temperature on the hot water heater in the
home, keeping objects such as cigarettes and irons away from children, and
placing protective guards over electric outlets when not in use.
D These are all significant causes of burn injury. The child should be protected
from these causes by reducing the temperature on the hot water heater in the
home, keeping objects such as cigarettes and irons away from children, and
placing protective guards over electric outlets when not in use.





 

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