Nursing care of a child with pinworms would include: a. ...

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Nursing care of a child with pinworms would include:
 
  a. Obtaining urine sample to test for eggs
  b. Administration of an antifungal medication
  c. Linen and stool precautions
  d. Administration of a suppository to soothe the area

Question 2

If burns are severe enough, the child will require fluid replacement. Which of the following fluids is most often used as replacement?
 
  a. dextrose 5 in water c. normal saline solution
  b. one-half strength normal saline d. lactated Ringer's solution

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Answer to Question 1

C
Pinworms are not detected with a urine sample. A special pinworm diagnostic tape is applied to the anal area. Linen and stool precautions will help contain the spread. Suppositories are not used to treat local irritation to the anal area. Anthelmintics are administered to treat the disease.

Answer to Question 2

D

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A Incorrect: If burns are severe enough, the child will require fluid replacement. Dextrose 5 in water is not most often used as replacement.
B Incorrect: If burns are severe enough, the child will require fluid replacement. One-half strength normal saline is not most often used as replacement.
C Incorrect: If burns are severe enough, the child will require fluid replacement. Normal saline solution is not most often used as replacement.
D Correct: If burns are severe enough, the child will require fluid replacement. Lactated Ringer's solution is most often used as replacement.