As part of the admitting process for a child on the pediatric unit, the nurse instills a small amount of saline into the nose, aspirates and then places the solution into a sterile specimen container. Why was this done?
A) Diagnose an infection
B) Clear the nasal passages
C) Remove a foreign body
D) Detect the presence of old blood
Question 2
After the provider has written a prescription for the use of heat therapy, the nurse will apply heat using a K-pad or heating pad as ordered. Which statement is the most accurate regarding the use of heat therapy?
A) Heat is a vasoconstrictor and decreases circulation
B) Heat may be used to prevent swelling
C) Heat should be used one hour at a time and then removed
D) Heat causes muscle relaxation and decreases pain
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