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natalie2426

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The nurse is caring for a child admitted with a severe burn. Which nursing intervention will the nurse most likely perform in the first one to two days following the child's injury?
 
  A) Encourage oral fluids
  B) Monitor nasogastric suctioning
  C) Instruct the family on long-term care
  D) Offer age-appropriate activities

Question 2

A school-age child receives a small, superficial burn. Which action would be the most appropriate for the nurse to do first?
 
  A) Apply a topical anesthetic ointment
  B) Administer acetaminophen
  C) Cover the area with a sterile bandage
  D) Apply cold compresses to the area


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lou

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

Ans: B

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D


natalie2426

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

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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