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madam-professor

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Nasal flaring and sternal retractions
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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What should a nurse advise the parents of a child with type 1 diabetes mellitus who is not eating as a result of a minor illness?
 
  a. Give the child half his regular morning dose of insulin.
  b. Substitute simple carbohydrates or calorie-containing liquids for solid foods.
  c. Give the child plenty of unsweetened, clear liquids to prevent dehydration.
  d. Take the child directly to the emergency department.



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Answer to Question 1

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Crackles and rales indicate fluid in the lungs; nasal flaring and sternal retractions are signs of respiratory distress.
Nurses who care for newborns are responsible for assessment of their physical condition. An understanding of the newborn's normal adaptation to extrauterine life will enable the nurse to recognize deviations from normal.

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A The child should receive his regular dose of insulin even if he does not have an
appetite.
B A sick-day diet of simple carbohydrates or calorie-containing liquids will
maintain normal serum glucose levels and decrease the risk of hypoglycemia.
C If the child is not eating as usual, he needs calories to prevent hypoglycemia.
D During periods of minor illness, the child with type 1 diabetes mellitus can be
managed safely at home.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Wow, this really help


nyrave

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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