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nenivikky

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The nurse in a well-child clinic would suspect a child to have developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) when diagnostic characteristics are assessed such as: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. A narrow pelvis
  b. Asymmetrical gluteal folds
  c. The foot on the affected side turns out
  d. When legs are flexed, one knee is lower than the other
  e. The foot on the affected side is cooler

Question 2

The mother of a 4 year old brings her child into the clinic. Impetigo is present on the face around the mouth and nose. What information should the nurse share with the mother?
 
  1. This is caused by staphylococcus aureus.
   2. After caring for child, carefully wash your hands.
   3. Administer topical antibiotics.
   4. All of the above



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Answer to Question 1

B, D
Indications of DDH that are characteristic are asymmetric gluteal folds on the affected side, and when the legs are flexed the knee on the affected side is lower than the other.

Answer to Question 2

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1. Staphylococcus aureus is the bacteria responsible for impetigo.
2. Hand washing should occur to help prevent the spread of the disease.
3. Topical antibiotics will help reduce the spread of the disease.
4. All of the above statements regarding impetigo are true.




nenivikky

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


ttt030911

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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