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jon_i

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which is the best response for the nurse to make to parents who ask why their infant has a nasogastric tube to intermittent suction after abdominal surgery?
 
  a. The nasogastric tube decompresses the abdomen and decreases vomiting..
  b. We can keep a more accurate measure of intake and output with the nasogastric tube..
  c. The tube is used to decrease postoperative diarrhea..
  d. Believe it or not, the nasogastric tube makes the baby more comfortable after surgery..

Question 2

What is an appropriate statement for the nurse to make to parents of a child who has had a barium enema to correct an intussusception?
 
  a. I will call the physician when the baby passes his first stool..
  b. I am going to dilate the anal sphincter with a gloved finger to help the baby pass the barium..
  c. I would like you to save all the soiled diapers so I can inspect them..
  d. Add cereal to the baby's formula to help him pass the barium..


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IRincones

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

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The nasogastric tube provides decompression and decreases vomiting. A nursing responsibility when a patient has a nasogastric tube is measurement of accurate intake and output, but this is not why nasogastric tubes are inserted. Nasogastric tube placement does not decrease diarrhea. The presence of a nasogastric tube can be perceived as a discomfort by the patient.

Answer to Question 2

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The nurse needs to inspect diapers after a barium enema because it is important to document the passage of barium and note the characteristics of the stool. The physician does not need to be notified when the infant passes the first stool. Dilating the anal sphincter is not appropriate for the child after a barium enema. After reduction, the infant is given clear liquids and the diet is gradually increased.


jon_i

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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