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KimWrice

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A nurse at a teen outreach center for pregnant mothers is discussing dental care with patients. Pertinent information for the nurse to teach about would be: (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Cleaning the infant's teeth with cool, wet washcloths at least every day.
   2. Bottles can be given in order for the infant to fall asleep and will not cause damage to the teeth.
   3. Juice should not be provided because it increases tooth decay.
   4. Providing teething rings can help reduce the pain of teething.
   5. Brushing of teeth should only occur every few days.

Question 2

A doctor has ordered amoxicillin to be given to a child with a known urinary tract infection. The nurse knows this antibiotic:
 
  1. Should not be given to children because it has a high occurrence of allergic reactions.
   2. Is too strong of an antibiotic for a child.
   3. Should be reserved for only severe cases.
   4. Is appropriate for this infection, and all doses should be taken as prescribed to be effective.



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Answer to Question 1

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1. A wet washcloth is gentle enough for an infant's teeth.
2. Bottles at bedtime increase the risk of dental decay in infants.
3. Juice can cause tooth decay.
4. Teething rings can help reduce pain.
5. A brush may be too harsh for an infant's teeth.

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1. Amoxicillin is a broad spectrum antibiotic that has few side effects and a low allergic reaction rate.
2. Amoxicillin is a mild antibiotic and has few side effects for children.
3. Amoxicillin is a broad spectrum antibiotic commonly used in children.
4. Amoxicillin is a broad spectrum antibiotic that has few side effects and a low allergic reaction rate. Teaching the family/patient to take the entire prescribed medication will increase the effectiveness of the treatment.





 

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