Answer to Question 1
ANS: D
The mother may have caregiver fatigue, and opening up a discussion about respite care may be very helpful. Asking about hygiene, eating, and the whereabouts of the child's father all sound judgmental, although these questions could be gently included in a discussion of caregiver fatigue. Having the visiting nurses conduct a home visit to evaluate possible environmental causes of the child's frequent respiratory infections may be needed, but it is too premature at this point.
Answer to Question 2
ANS: B
It is a myth that a child who can be distracted is not in pain; distraction serves as a coping mechanism. The nurse should have the student do a comprehensive pain assessment on the patient and then medicate the patient appropriately. Just giving the child pain medication without assessment does not follow the nursing process, nor does it teach the student anything. Vital signs do not always change with pain. Of course the nurse should compliment the student on things done to comfort the child, but this is not the best response.
Does this child have legs of different lengths or scoliosis? Look at the level of the iliac crests a
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