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LaDunn

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on: Jun 28, 2018
A school-age child has asthma. The nurse should teach the child that if a peak expiratory flow rate is in the yellow zone, this means that the asthma control is what?
 
  a. 80 of a personal best, and the routine treatment plan can be followed.
  b. 50 to 79 of a personal best and needs an increase in the usual therapy.
  c. 50  of a personal best and needs immediate emergency bronchodilators.
  d. Less than 50 of a personal best and needs immediate hospitalization.

Question 2

A family requires home care teaching with regard to preventative measures to use at home to avoid an asthmatic episode. What strategy should the nurse teach?
 
  a. Use a humidifier in the child's room.
  b. Launder bedding daily in cold water.
  c. Replace wood flooring with carpet.
  d. Use an indoor air purifier with HEPA filter.


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tjayeee

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The interpretation of a peak expiratory flow rate that is yellow (5079 of personal best) signals caution. Asthma is not well controlled. An acute exacerbation may be present. Maintenance therapy may need to be increased. Call the practitioner if the child stays in this zone.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Allergen control includes use of an indoor air purifier with HEPA filter. Humidity should be kept low, bedding laundered in hot water once a week, and carpet replaced with wood floors.


LaDunn

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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