The nurse is caring for a school-age child who does not speak ...

[LaDunn]

The nurse is caring for a school-age child who does not speak English. During the night, a procedure needs to be done and an interpreter is not available. What should the nurse do to teach the patient about this procedure?
 
  A) Tell the parents to tell the child what will be happening.
  B) Draw a picture of the procedure using an anatomically correct figure.
  C) Call the interpreter on the phone to explain the procedure to the child.
  D) A child of this age does not require a detailed explanation, just perform the procedure.

Question 2

The nurse is providing anticipatory guidance to a mother to help promote healthy sleep for her 3-week old baby. Which of the following recommended guidelines might be included in the teaching plan?
 
  A) Place the baby on a soft mattress with a firm flat pillow for the head.
  B) Place the head of the bed near the window to provide fresh air, weather permitting.
  C) Place the baby on his or her back when sleeping.
  D) If the baby sleeps through the night, wake him or her up for the night feeding.

[meltdown117]

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
If instructions are to be provided to a child who does not understand English, and an interpreter is not present, the nurse can use draw a picture to explain the procedure. The nurse does not need to involve the parents in this teaching need. The interpreter is unavailable. It is not known if the interpreter can be reached by telephone. School-age children need to be instructed prior to performing any procedure.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) has been associated with prone positioning of newborns and infants, so the infant should be placed to sleep on the back. The baby should sleep on a firm mattress without pillows or comforters. The baby's bed should be placed away from air conditioner vents, open windows, and open heaters. By 4 months of age night waking may occur, but the infant should be capable of sleeping through the night and does not require a night feeding.

[LaDunn]

Correct answers!

[meltdown117]

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