Author Question: A child admitted to the hospital with pneumonia has an oximetry reading of 88. The priority nursing ... (Read 34 times)

notis · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A child admitted to the hospital with pneumonia has an oximetry reading of 88. The priority nursing activity for this child would be which of the following?

1. Obtain a blood sample to send to the lab for electrolyte analysis
2. Begin oxygen per nasal cannula at 1 liter
3. Medicate for pain
4. Begin administration of intravenous fluids

Question 2

Which health care professional most likely assessed your client's range of motion, mobility, strength, balance, and gait?

1. recreational therapist
2. physical therapist
3. rehabilitation nurse
4. occupational therapist

jackie · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2. Begin oxygen per nasal cannula at 1 liter

Rationale:
The pulse oximetry reading should be 92 or greater. Oxygen by nasal cannula at 1 liter should be started initially. Medicating for pain, administering IV fluids, and sending lab specimens can be done once the child's oxygenation status has been addressed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2