Author Question: The nurse is preparing a plan of care for a 5-year-old boy with chickenpox. Which of the following ... (Read 75 times)

debasdf · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse is preparing a plan of care for a 5-year-old boy with chickenpox. Which of the following nursing interventions is incorrect?

A) Administering antipyretics as ordered
B) Keeping the child's fingernails short
C) Monitoring fluid intake and output
D) Providing alcohol baths as needed

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a neonate who is suspected of having sepsis. Which of the following assessment findings would be most indicative of sepsis?

A) Rash on face
B) Edematous neck
C) Hypothermia
D) Coughing

kardosa007 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Response:
Treatments such as sponging the child with alcohol or cold water are not appropriate. Giving antipyretics, keeping the fingernails to avoid scratching, and monitoring intake and output are appropriate interventions for the child with chickenpox.

Answer to Question 2

C
Response:
Hypothermia is a sign of sepsis in neonates. A rash on the face is a sign of scarlet fever. Edematous neck is a sign of diphtheria. Paroxysmal coughing is a sign of pertussis.