The nurse is performing a physical exam for a 9-year-old boy who ...

[soccerdreamer_17]

The nurse is performing a physical exam for a 9-year-old boy who complains of a stiff neck and pain in his arms and legs. He has never been vaccinated for polio. Which of the following assessment findings would suggest the child has polio?
 
  A) Swelling in the neck
  B) Confusion and anxiety
  C) Positive Kernig's sign
  D) Conjunctivitis

Question 2

A yellow crust has formed over the circumcision site. The mother calls the hotline at the local hospital 5 days after her son was circumcised. She is very concerned. On which ra-tionale should the nurse base her reply?
 
  a. After circumcision, the diaper should be changed frequently and fastened snugly.
  b. This yellow crust is an early sign of infection.
  c. The yellow crust should not be removed.
  d. Discontinue the use of petroleum jelly to the tip of the penis.

[ashely1112]

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

C
Crust is a normal part of healing.
The diaper should be fastened loosely to prevent rubbing or pressure on the incision site.
The normal yellowish exudate that forms over the site should be differentiated from the pu-rulent drainage of infection.
The only contraindication for petroleum jelly is the use of a PlastiBell.