Author Question: A nurse has begun an infusion of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) to a child who has combined ... (Read 62 times)

RRMR · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A nurse has begun an infusion of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) to a child who has combined immunodeficiency disease. The infusion should be stopped if the child:

1. Experiences a mild headache.
2. Voids clear yellow urine.
3. Develops severe shaking, chills, and fever.
4. Complains of being thirsty.

Question 2

The most common cause of death in the adolescent age-group involves

a. Drownings
b. Firearms
c. Drug overdoses
d. Motor vehicles

lauravaras · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale:
1. A mild headache is an adverse side effect of IVIG but not a severe reaction.
2. Voiding clear yellow urine is a normal finding.
3. Hypersensitivity reaction can be seen with IVIG. The infusion should be started slowly and increased if there is no reaction. Shaking, chills, and fever can indicate a reaction.
4. Thirst is not an indication of a reaction.

Answer to Question 2

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A Drownings are major concerns in adolescence but do not cause the majority of
deaths.
B Firearms are major concerns in adolescence but do not cause the majority of
deaths.
C Drug overdoses are major concerns in adolescence but do not cause the majority
of deaths.
D Risk taking behaviors play a major role in the high incidence of motor vehicle
injuries and death among teenagers i.e. alcohol use, failure to wear a seatbelt,
and inexperience.