The nurse is caring for a boy with probable intussusception. He had diarrhea before admission but, while waiting for administration of air pressure to reduce the intussusception, he passes a normal brown stool.
Which nursing action is the most appropriate?
a. Notify practitioner.
b. Measure abdominal girth.
c. Auscultate for bowel sounds.
d. Take vital signs, including blood pressure.
Question 2
Which is an important nursing consideration in the care of a child with celiac disease?
a. Refer to a nutritionist for detailed dietary instructions and education.
b. Help child and family understand that diet restrictions are usually only temporary.
c. Teach proper hand washing and standard precautions to prevent disease transmission.
d. Suggest ways to cope more effectively with stress to minimize symptoms.
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