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on: Jun 27, 2018
The child who had a tonsillectomy earlier today is now awake and tolerating fluids. The child asks for something to eat. The most appropriate choice would be
 
  1. orange slices.
  2. lemonade.
  3. grapefruit juice.
  4. applesauce.

Question 2

A child is showing signs of acute respiratory distress. The child should be positioned
 
  1. upright.
  2. side-lying.
  3. flat.
  4. in semi-Fowlers.


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

Answer:4
Rationale:Soft foods such as applesauce can be added as tolerated to a diet following a tonsillectomy.Citri c juices or citric fruits should be avoided because they may cause a burning sensation in the throat.

Answer to Question 2

Answer:1
Rationale:Upright is correct because it allows for optimal chest expansion. Side-lying,flat,and semi-Fowler's (head up slightly) do not allow for as optimal chest expansion as the upright position.


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