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natalie2426

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An infant with hydrocephalus is hospitalized for surgical placement of a ventriculoperitonea l shunt. Which interventions should be included in the child's postoperative care (Select all that apply)?
 
  a. Observe closely for signs of infection.
  b. Pump the shunt reservoir to maintain patency.
  c. Administer sedation to decrease irritability.
  d. Maintain Trendelenburg position to decrease pressure on the shunt.
  e. Maintain an accurate record of intake and output.
  f. Monitor for abdominal distention.

Question 2

The treatment of brain tumors in children consists of which therapies (Select all that apply)?
 
  a. Surgery
  b. Bone marrow transplantation
  c. Chemotherapy
  d. Stem cell transplantation
  e. Radiation
  f. Myelography


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, E, F
Infection is a major complication of ventriculoperitonea l shunts. Observation for signs of infection is a priority nursing intervention. Intake and output should be measured carefully. Abdominal distention could be a sign of peritonitis or a postoperative ileus. Pumping the shunt reservoir, administering sedation, and maintaining Trendelenburg position are not interventions associated with this condition.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, E
Treatment for brain tumors in children may consist of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy alone or in combination. Bone marrow, stem cell, and myelographuy are transplantation therapies are not used to treat brain tumors in children.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Wow, this really help

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:D TYSM

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