Author Question: When making a home visit, the nurse should assess the newborn's sleeping arrangements and the crib. ... (Read 46 times)

mcmcdaniel · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

When making a home visit, the nurse should assess the newborn's sleeping arrangements and the crib. Which finding indicates a safety hazard that should be brought to the attention of the parents?

1. Solid headboard and footboard
2. Crib slats less than 2 inches apart
3. Paint on crib not lead-based
4. Loose-fitting soft mattress

Question 2

A pregnant client has been admitted with a diagnosis of hyperemesis.

Which orders written by the primary healthcare provider are the highest priorities for the nurse to implement? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Obtain complete blood count.
2. Start intravenous fluid with multivitamins.
3. Check admission weight.
4. Obtain urine for urinalysis.
5. Give a medication to stop the nausea and vomiting.

bubulittle310@msn.cn · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

4
Rationale 1: The crib headboard and footboard should be solid.
Rationale 2: Crib slats should be no more than 2 inches apart.
Rationale 3: Lead-based paint can be dangerous if ingested by the infant.
Rationale 4: The mattress should be firm and fit snugly in the crib to prevent entrapment and suffocation.

Answer to Question 2

2, 5
Explanation: 2. Starting intravenous fluid with multivitamins is a priority if the client has been vomiting.
5. Giving a medication to stop the nausea and vomiting is a priority.