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tfester

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In an infant with cyanotic cardiac anomaly, the nurse would expect to see:
 
  a. feedings taken eagerly.
  b. a decrease in the heart rate with activity.
  c. little to no improvement in color with oxygen administration.
  d. a consistent and rapid weight gain.

Question 2

The treatment for miliaria is:
 
  a. Application of soothing lotion.
  b. Removal of wet clothing.
  c. Application of oil.
  d. Removal of excess clothing.



Missbam101

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Answer to Question 1

C
With the cyanotic defect, the shunting of blood is right to left, so there is little if any improvement in the oxygenation of the blood with the administration of oxygen.

Answer to Question 2

D
Miliaria (heat rash) develops in infants who are too warmly dressed.
Lotion and ointments should be avoided.
Wet clothing is not the cause of miliaria.
Oils and ointments should be avoided.



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