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torybrooks

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A child has arrived to the emergency room after a motor vehicle accident. The nurse is assessing for any renal injuries. Identify the signs that would indicate such an injury.
 
  1. Seizures and hematuria
   2. Proteinuria and bladder spasms
   3. Dysuria, proteinuria, and nausea
   4. Nausea, vomiting, and dysuria

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A nursing instructor asks a nursing student what the leading causes of death for pediatric-age patients are. Which of the following statements demonstrates that the student is aware of the leading causes of death for pediatric patients?
 
  1. Disease and terminal cancer are the leading causes of death for pediatrics..
   2. Abuse and SIDS are the leading causes of death for pediatrics..
   3. Accidents or unintentional injuries are the leading causes of death for pediatrics..
   4. Accidents and congenital defects are the leading causes of death for pediatrics..



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1. Seizures and blood in the urine are indications that a kidney injury may have occurred.
2. Proteinuria may be present because of damage, but bladder spasms are not likely.
3. Dysuria will not be likely, but oliguria is usually seen. Proteinuria will likely not be seen.
4. Nausea/vomiting may be present, but dysuria will not be present.

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1. Disease and terminal illness are not the leading causes of death in pediatric patients.
2. Abuse and SIDS are not the leading causes of death for pediatric patients.
3. Accidents or unintentional injuries are the leading causes of death for pediatric patients.
4. Congenital defects are not a leading cause of death for pediatric patients.




torybrooks

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
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