Which treatment options should the nurse anticipate for a ...

[Deast7027]

Which treatment options should the nurse anticipate for a 10-month-old infant admitted to the emergency department with supraventricular tachycardia? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Administering intravenous adenosine (Adenocard)
  2. Administering intravenous amiodarone (Cardarone)
  3. Preparing for cardioversion
  4. Applying ice to the face
  5. Having the child perform a Valsalva maneuver

Question 2

Which athletic activity should the nurse recommend for a school-age child who is diagnosed with pulmonary artery hypertension?
 
  1. Golf
  2. Basketball
  3. Cross-country running
  4. Soccer

[vish98]

Answer to Question 1

1, 2, 3, 4
Explanation:
1. Adenosine or amiodarone may be given when vagal maneuvers are unsuccessful. Cardioversion is used in an urgent situation.
2. Adenosine or amiodarone may be given when vagal maneuvers are unsuccessful. Cardioversion is used in an urgent situation.
3. Adenosine or amiodarone may be given when vagal maneuvers are unsuccessful. Cardioversion is used in an urgent situation.
4. Supraventricular tachycardia episodes are initially treated with vagal maneuvers to slow the heart rate including the application of ice or iced saline solution to the face to reduce the heart rate.
5. A 10-month-old child cannot be instructed to hold her breath and bear down as with a bowel movement.

Answer to Question 2

1
Explanation:
1. A child with pulmonary artery hypertension should have exercise tailored to avoid dyspnea, such as golf.
2. Soccer, basketball, and cross-country running are all aerobic activities requiring heavy exertion.
3. Soccer, basketball, and cross-country running are all aerobic activities requiring heavy exertion.
4. Soccer, basketball, and cross-country running are all aerobic activities requiring heavy exertion.

[Deast7027]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

[xiazhe]

Gracias!