Author Question: Which client in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) would most benefit from palliative care? ... (Read 158 times)

big1devin · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which client in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) would most benefit from palliative care?

1. A child with end-stage leukemia.
2. A child with a broken arm after a motor vehicle accident.
3. A child with burn injuries to the legs.
4. A child with recurrent asthma.

Question 2

A child is on a ventilator in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). Which nursing intervention would best meet the psychosocial needs of this child?

1. Allow the parents to remain at the bedside.
2. Touch and talk to the child often.
3. Provide the child with a blanket from home.
4. Provide consistent caregivers.

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

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: A child with burn injuries to the legs will benefit most from palliative care to help control pain, anxiety, sleep disturbances, etc. The child with end-stage leukemia will benefit from hospice care. The child with a broken arm or recurrent asthma will not need palliative care.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Touch and verbal exchanges will aid in psychosocial support. The other responses provide a sense of security.