A six-year-old child is hospitalized for a surgical procedure. ...

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A six-year-old child is hospitalized for a surgical procedure. The parents ask if the child's four siblings can visit. The best response by the nurse would be:
 
  1. Let's plan their visit for a time when the child has received pain medication.
  2. Only those siblings over 16 will be allowed to visit.
  3. I don't think the other children should visit because it might scare them to see their sibling so sick.
  4. Very young children shouldn't visit as they may carry germs.

Question 2

While counseling the parents of a 6-month-old infant, the most appropriate toy for the nurse to suggest would be a:
 
  1. Soft, fluid-filled ring that can be chilled in the refrigerator.
 
  2. Colorful rattle.
 
  3. Jack-in-the-box toy.
 
  4. Push-and-pull toy.

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Planning a time to visit when the child is most comfortable will be best for the patient and the siblings.
Rationale 2: Unless hospital policy prevents visitation by younger children, they should be allowed to visit.
Rationale 3: Children should be prepared for a visit, but visits should be allowed. Children who cannot visit often imagine the situation is worse than it is.
Rationale 4: All children may carry germs. Children should be assessed for signs of infection, but if they are free of symptoms, they should be allowed to visit.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale:

1. Teething toys would be appropriate for this age.
2. The rattle might be better enjoyed by a 36-month-old infant.
3. The jack-in-the-box and push-and-pull toys are better suited for a 912-month-old child.
4. The jack-in-the-box and push-and-pull toys are better suited for a 912-month-old child.