This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Which drug should the nurse expect to administer to a preschool child who has increased intracranial ... (Read 42 times)

mp14

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 534
on: Jun 28, 2018
Which drug should the nurse expect to administer to a preschool child who has increased intracranial pressure (ICP) resulting from cerebral edema?
 
  a. Mannitol (Osmitrol)
  b. Epinephrine hydrochloride (Adrenalin)
  c. Atropine sulfate (Atropine)
  d. Sodium bicarbonate (Sodium bicarbonate)

Question 2

The nurse is preparing a school-age child for computed tomography (CT scan) to assess cerebral function. The nurse should include which statement in preparing the child?
 
  a. Pain medication will be given.
  b. The scan will not hurt.
  c. You will be able to move once the equipment is in place.
  d. Unfortunately, no one can remain in the room with you during the test.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

aruss1303

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 314
Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
For increased ICP, mannitol, an osmotic diuretic, administered intravenously, is the drug used most frequently for rapid reduction. Epinephrine hydrochloride, atropine sulfate, and sodium bicarbonate are not used to decrease ICP.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
For CT scans, the child must be immobilized. It is important to emphasize to the child that at no time is the procedure painful. Pain medication is not required; however, sedation is sometimes necessary. Someone is able to remain with the child during the procedure.


mp14

  • Member
  • Posts: 534
Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

tuate

  • Member
  • Posts: 332
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The largest baby ever born weighed more than 23 pounds but died just 11 hours after his birth in 1879. The largest surviving baby was born in October 2009 in Sumatra, Indonesia, and weighed an astounding 19.2 pounds at birth.

Did you know?

Although not all of the following muscle groups are commonly used, intramuscular injections may be given into the abdominals, biceps, calves, deltoids, gluteals, laterals, pectorals, quadriceps, trapezoids, and triceps.

Did you know?

Approximately one in four people diagnosed with diabetes will develop foot problems. Of these, about one-third will require lower extremity amputation.

Did you know?

Eating food that has been cooked with poppy seeds may cause you to fail a drug screening test, because the seeds contain enough opiate alkaloids to register as a positive.

Did you know?

One way to reduce acid reflux is to lose two or three pounds. Most people lose weight in the belly area first when they increase exercise, meaning that heartburn can be reduced quickly by this method.

Child racing at the Naadam festival Child racing at the Naadam festival
The approval of a new drug is a four-stage process: (1) preclinical investigation, (2) clinical inve The approval of a new drug is a four-stage process: (1) preclinical investigation, (2) clinical inve
Drug Schedules Drug Schedules
Potential gas reserves have increased significantly with the discovery of new shale gas formations Potential gas reserves have increased significantly with the discovery of new shale gas formations
Measuring a child’s height with a measuring stick Measuring a child’s height with a measuring stick
Anatomic and Physiologic Considerations with Infant and Child Patients Anatomic and Physiologic Considerations with Infant and Child Patients
Video: Hormonal feedback loop components

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library