The nurse observes the neonate for signs of pain. Of the following, which is the best action the nurse can take to manage pain in a neonate? The nurse can:
A) teach the infant's caregivers ways to soothe and comfort the child during any episode of pain.
B) adhere carefully to the plan for administration of any analgesics to the child.
C) advocate to the physician to use effective treatment methods that cause no pain or less pain.
D) provide a soothing environment, swaddling, and holding to the newborn experiencing pain.
Question 2
Thirteen-year-old Kevin presents at his pre-high school checkup with his caregiver, who reports that although Kevin's grades show he is ready for high school, he is always in the principal's office or serving detention.
His mother is worried that he might be too immature to be in high school. The nurse notes that Kevin has evident breasts, little underarm or chest hair, and a high-pitched voice. The nurse suspects that Kevin might have a diagnosis of:
A) Turner syndrome.
B) Klinefelter syndrome.
C) ambiguous genitalia.
D) hypothyroidism.
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