Author Question: An 8-month-old infant is restrained to prevent interference with the intravenous infusion. The nurse ... (Read 19 times)

sarasara · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

An 8-month-old infant is restrained to prevent interference with the intravenous infusion. The nurse should:

a. Remove the restraints once a day to allow movement.
b. Keep the restraints on constantly.
c. Keep the restraints secure so the infant remains supine.
d. Remove the restraints whenever possible.

Question 2

The nurse gives an injection in a patient's room. What should the nurse do with the needle for disposal?

a. Dispose of syringe and needle in a rigid, puncture-resistant container in patient's room.
b. Dispose of syringe and needle in a rigid, puncture-resistant container in an area outside of patient's room.
c. Cap needle immediately after giving injection and dispose of in proper container.
d. Cap needle, break from syringe, and dispose of in proper container.

bobsmith · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The nurse should remove the restraints whenever possible. When parents and/or staff are present, the restraints can be removed, and the intravenous site protected. Restraints must be checked and documented every 1 to 2 hours and should be removed for range of motion on a periodic basis. The child should not be securely restrained in the supine position because of risks of aspiration.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
All needles (uncapped and unbroken) are disposed of in a rigid, puncture-resistant container located near the site of use. Consequently, these containers should be installed in the patient's room. The uncapped needle should not be transported to an area distant from use.