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ericka1

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A nurse working on a pediatric unit teaches a student nurse that the children may require intravenous fluids to be administered through a peripheral line, a central venous access, or a peripherally inserted central catheter.
 
  The nurse further notes that on the unit, several patients are candidates for central venous access devices, including:
  Select all answers that apply.
  A) a child receiving chemotherapy for cancer.
  B) a child receiving fluid maintenance prior to diagnostic testing.
  C) a child who requires long-term intravenous access for hydration.
  D) a child with pneumonia who requires intermittent medication administration.

Question 2

A 6-month-old infant is discharged from the clinic following a diagnosis of an infectious respiratory disease.
 
  Health teaching provided by the pediatric nurse includes acetaminophen (Tylenol) dosing, warning signs of respiratory difficulty, and follow-up visits. Several hours later, the patient's parents become aware that his breathing has become more difficult and that his cry has been weak for the last hour. Their best action is:
  A) continue to observe the patient to see if his breathing improves.
  B) give the patient another dose of acetaminophen (Tylenol).
  C) return to the hospital or clinic immediately.
  D) re-take the patient's temperature in one half hour.



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Answer to Question 1

A, C

Answer to Question 2

C



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