Author Question: Which interaction is part of the discharge plan for a school-age child with osteomyelitis who is ... (Read 142 times)

chads108 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which interaction is part of the discharge plan for a school-age child with osteomyelitis who is receiving home antibiotic therapy?

a. Instructions for a low-calorie diet
b. Arrangements for tutoring and schoolwork
c. Instructions for a high-fat, low-protein diet
d. Instructions for the parent to return the child to team sports immediately

Question 2

When assessing the child with osteogenesis imperfecta, the nurse should expect to observe:

a. Discolored teeth. c. Increased muscle tone.
b. Below-normal intelligence. d. Above-average stature.

ilianabrrr · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Promoting optimal growth and development in the school-age child is important. It is important to continue schoolwork and arrange for tutoring if indicated. The child with osteomyelitis should be on a high-calorie, high-protein diet. The child with osteomyelitis may need time for the bone to heal before returning to full activities.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Children with osteogenesis imperfecta have incomplete development of bones, teeth, ligaments, and sclerae. Teeth are discolored because of abnormal enamel. Despite their appearance, children with osteogenesis imperfecta have normal or above-normal intelligence. The child with osteogenesis imperfecta has weak muscles and decreased muscle tone. Because of compression fractures of the spine, the child appears short.