After teaching the parents of a newborn boy with periventricular ...

[viki]

After teaching the parents of a newborn boy with periventricular hemorrhage about the disorder and treatment, which statement by the parents indicates that the teaching was successful?
 
  A) We'll make sure to cover both of his eyes to protect them.
  B) Our newborn could develop a learning disability later on.
  C) Once the bleeding ceases, there won't be any more worries.
  D) We need to get family members to donate blood for transfusion.

Question 2

The school nurse is working with a 10-year-old girl with recurrent abdominal pain. The girl's teacher has been less than understanding about her frequent absences and trips to the nurse's office.
 
  Which response to the girl's teacher would be most appropriate? A) Be patient; she is trying some new medication.
  B) The pain she is having is real.
  C) The family is working towards improvement.
  D) Please do not add to this family's stress.

[sarahccccc]

Answer to Question 1

B
Response:
Periventricular hemorrhage has long-term sequelae such as seizures, hydrocephalus, periventricular leukomalacia, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities, vision or hearing deficits, and mental retardation. Covering the eyes is more appropriate for the newborn receiving phototherapy. The bleeding in the brain can lead to serious long-term effects. Blood transfusions are not used to treat periventricular hemorrhage.

Answer to Question 2

B
Response:
It is important to educate the teacher that this recurrent abdominal pain is a true pain and is not just in her mind. Telling the teacher not to add to the family's stress or that they are working towards improvement does not teach. The nurse must have the permission of the family to discuss the girl's medication.

[viki]

Thank you

[sarahccccc]

No problemo