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Charlie

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A 13-month-old is having a dressing changed on a packed leg wound. Which action from the parents should be encouraged by the nurse during the treatment?
 
  A) Encourage the father to talk quietly to the child.
  B) Have the father hold the child's legs still during the treatment.
  C) Ask the father to wait outside until the treatment is complete.
  D) Make sure the father is sitting on a chair near the door.

Question 2

A primiparous woman is watching her newborn sleep. She wants him to wake up and respond to her. The mother asks the nurse how much he will sleep every day. The nurse's response to her is:
 
  1. He will only wake up to be fed, and you should not bother him between feed-ings..
  2. The newborn sleeps about 17 hours a day with periods of wakefulness gradually increasing..
  3. He will probably follow your same sleep and wake patterns, and you can expect him to be awake soon..
  4. He is being stubborn by not waking up when you want him to. You should try to keep him awake during the daytime so that he will sleep through the night..



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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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1. Incorrect. Periods of wakefulness seem dictated by hunger, but the need for socializing also appears.
2. Correct. This statement is accurate and the most appropriate response by the nurse.
3. Incorrect. The newborn sleeps approximately 17 hours a day with periods of wakefulness.
4. Incorrect. This is an inappropriate nursing response.





 

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