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lunatika

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on: Jun 27, 2018
When auscultating the heart of a 3-year-old girl, you hear an irregular heart beat. You understand that:
 
  a. This is normal for a child under age 4
  b. The heart should have a regular rhythm
  c. This may be caused by anxiety and should be rechecked in 1 hour
  d. This should be rechecked on the following shift

Question 2

Which of the following positions does the nurse use for the child who has just returned to the room from a tonsillectomy?
 
  a. elevated head and legs c. on the back and flat
  b. on the abdomen or side d. on the back or sitting up


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josephsuarez

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
A child of 3 should have a regular rhythm. An irregular heart rhythm should be reported to the nurse in charge immediately.

Answer to Question 2

B

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A Incorrect. Postoperatively, the nurse does not position the child so that head and legs are elevated.
B Correct. Postoperatively, the child is positioned on their side to facilitate drainage of secretions. Once fully awakened, the child may sit up if so desired.
C Incorrect. Postoperatively, the nurse does not position the child so that they are on their back and flat.
D Incorrect. Postoperatively, the nurse does not position the child so that they are on their back or sitting up.


lunatika

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

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Wow, this really help

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