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rayancarla1

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The nurse working in a pediatric clinic will have many duties. Included in the nurse's responsibilities will be: Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Prescribing over-the-counter medications.
  2. Collecting health history information.
  3. Performing diagnostic tests, such as the TB skin test.
  4. Performing developmental screening tests.
  5. Administering immunizations.

Question 2

The nurse is evaluating the parent's understanding of teaching related to environmental control for their child's asthma management. Which statement by the parents indicates that they understand the teaching?
 
  1. We're glad the dog can continue to sleep in our child's room.
  2. We'll keep the plants in our child's room dusted.
  3. We'll be sure to use the fireplace often to keep the house warm in the winter.
  4. We will replace the carpet in our child's bedroom with tile.



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Answer to Question 1

2,3,4,5
Rationale 1: This is a medical function. Nurses cannot prescribe any medication, even over-the-counter medications.
Rationale 2: The nurse will begin the visit with an assessment that includes the health history.
Rationale 3: Nurses will perform some diagnostic tests in the office.
Rationale 4: The nurse may perform the Denver Developmental Screening Test.
Rationale 5: Nurses will administer immunizations and other medications prescribed by the physician.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

4
Rationale 1: When possible, pets and plants should not be kept in the home.
Rationale 2: When possible, pets and plants should not be kept in the home.
Rationale 3: Smoke from fireplaces should be eliminated.
Rationale 4: Control of dust in the child's bedroom is an important aspect of environmental control for asthma management.
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