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lidoalex

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A child is admitted with infective endocarditis. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for this child?
 
  1. Start an intravenous line.
  2. Place the child in contact isolation.
  3. Place the child on seizure precautions.
  4. Assist with a lumbar puncture.

Question 2

Which athletic activity can the nurse recommend for a school-age client with pulmonary-artery hypertension?
 
  1. Cross-country running
  2. Soccer
  3. Golf
  4. Basketball



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: Infective endocarditis is treated with intravenous antibiotics for two to eight weeks. It is not contagious, so the child is not placed in contact isolation. Seizures are not a risk of infective endocarditis. A lumbar puncture is not a diagnostic test done for infective endocarditis.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: A child with pulmonary-artery hypertension should have exercise tailored to avoid dyspnea. Golf would require less exertion than soccer, basketball, or cross-country running.





 

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