When caring for an infant with an upper respiratory tract ...

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When caring for an infant with an upper respiratory tract infection and elevated temperature, an appropriate nursing intervention is to:
 
  a. Give tepid water baths to reduce fever.
  b. Encourage food intake to maintain caloric needs.
  c. Have child wear heavy clothing to prevent chilling.
  d. Give small amounts of favorite fluids frequently to prevent dehydration.

Question 2

Which statement best describes why children have fewer respiratory tract infections as they grow older?
 
  a. The amount of lymphoid tissue decreases.
  b. Repeated exposure to organisms causes increased immunity.
  c. Viral organisms are less prevalent in the population.
  d. Secondary infections rarely occur after viral illnesses.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Preventing dehydration by small frequent feedings is an important intervention in the febrile child. Tepid water baths may induce shivering, which raises temperature. Food should not be forced; it may result in the child vomiting. The febrile child should be dressed in light, loose clothing.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Children have increased immunity after exposure to a virus. The amount of lymphoid tissue increases as children grow older. Viral organisms are not less prevalent, but older children have the ability to resist invading organisms. Secondary infections after viral illnesses include Mycoplasma pneumoniae and groups A and B streptococcal infections.