Author Question: The nurse is providing teaching about home care for an 8-year-old boy with sunburn all over his back ... (Read 48 times)

jman1234 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse is providing teaching about home care for an 8-year-old boy with sunburn all over his back and shoulders. Which of the following responses by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?

A) Cool compresses may help cool the burn.
B) He should peel off any flaking skin.
C) NSAIDs like ibuprofen will be helpful.
D) He should avoid hot showers or baths for a couple of days.

Question 2

A mother has brought her 6-year-old son in for a check-up because the child is complaining of stomachaches. It is the beginning of the school year. Which of the following might the mother also mention?

A) The child cries before going to school.
B) The child made friends the first day of school.
C) The child fights with his siblings more often.
D) The child loves the crowds in the lunchroom.

chevyboi1976 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Response:
If skin flaking occurs, the child should be discouraged from peeling the flaked skin as it can cause further injury. The other statements are correct.

Answer to Question 2

A
Response:
The child has a slow-to-warm temperament. The child may also be crying before going to school. Making friends the first day of school and enjoying the crowds in the lunchroom is typical of a child with an easy temperament. Irritability is typical of a child with a difficult temperament.