As part of the admitting process for a child on the pediatric ...

[Charlie]

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

[bobsmith]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D