Author Question: After a blood draw from the antecubital fossa of a 5-year-old child, the child continues to cry and ... (Read 90 times)

OSWALD

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After a blood draw from the antecubital fossa of a 5-year-old child, the child continues to cry and to press his hand against the puncture site. The nurse's best intervention would be to say:
 
  a. Big kids don't cry. It is all over, and you are just fine. Let's go to the playroom..
  b. This big band aid will fix that hole, and you won't have to hold it anymore. You were very brave
  c. Tell this stuffed bear how much that needle sticking in your arm hurt..
  d. Let's go get some ice to put on that hole in your arm..

Question 2

In feeding the child with hydrocephalus, the nurse would include in the plan of care to: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Feed the child in a calm, unhurried manner
  b. Dim the lights in the room to reduce stimulation
  c. Give firm support to the head and neck
  d. Burp the baby often
  e. Feed rapidly to prevent swallowing air



mfedorka

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Answer to Question 1

B
Preschoolers may fear continuously losing blood from the puncture site. The placement of a large bandage reassures them that their body fluids will not leak out.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, D
The hydrocephalic child is difficult to feed because of vomiting and the difficulty with the weight of the head. The feeding time should be calm and slow. The room should be darkened and quiet. The baby should be burped often to reduce the threat of vomiting.



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