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

Author Question: A nurse caring for a child receiving chemotherapy notes that the child's urine specific gravity is ... (Read 97 times)

Jramos095

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 528
on: Jun 28, 2018
A nurse caring for a child receiving chemotherapy notes that the child's urine specific gravity is 1.010. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
 
  A.
  Document the findings in the child's chart.
  B.
  Increase the rate of the IV fluids per protocol.
  C.
  Notify the provider about the laboratory results.
  D.
  Prepare to administer an alkalizing agent.

Question 2

A child has cancer, is unresponsive, and is doing poorly. Which action by the nursing student causes the faculty to intervene?
 
  A.
  Allows the parents to hold the child
  B.
  Places the child on NPO status
  C.
  Takes the child's rectal temperature
  D.
  Turns the child even if she moans


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

mjbamaung

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 343
Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Children on chemotherapy should remain well hydrated to ensure the medications and any toxic by-products are flushed out. The urine specific gravity should remain at 1.012 or below. The nurse needs to take no further action after documenting the findings. The IV rate should be increased if the specific gravity is above that level. The provider does not need to be notified specifically about this normal finding. An alkalizing agent is not needed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The nurse avoids the rectal route for anything: temperatures, suppositories, and enemas are not allowed, as the rectal mucosa is fragile and prone to injury, which can lead to infection. The other actions are appropriate.


Jramos095

  • Member
  • Posts: 528
Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

ktidd

  • Member
  • Posts: 319
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

All adverse reactions are commonly charted in red ink in the patient's record and usually are noted on the front of the chart. Failure to follow correct documentation procedures may result in malpractice lawsuits.

Did you know?

Less than one of every three adults with high LDL cholesterol has the condition under control. Only 48.1% with the condition are being treated for it.

Did you know?

Pink eye is a term that refers to conjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the thin, clear membrane (conjunctiva) over the white part of the eye (sclera). It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, or foreign body in the eye. Antibiotic eye drops alleviate bacterial conjunctivitis, and antihistamine allergy pills or eye drops help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms.

Did you know?

The first successful kidney transplant was performed in 1954 and occurred in Boston. A kidney from an identical twin was transplanted into his dying brother's body and was not rejected because it did not appear foreign to his body.

Did you know?

Giardia is one of the most common intestinal parasites worldwide, and infects up to 20% of the world population, mostly in poorer countries with inadequate sanitation. Infections are most common in children, though chronic Giardia is more common in adults.

A single crossover inserts F at a specific locus, which then determines the order of gene transfer A single crossover inserts F at a specific locus, which then determines the order of gene transfer
Example of the Tabular List and instructional notes (conventions). Example of the Tabular List and instructional notes (conventions).
The fact that a mother works outside the home has no negative effect on the well-being of her child ... The fact that a mother works outside the home has no negative effect on the well-being of her child ...
Responses Produced by Activation of Specific Opioid Receptors Responses Produced by Activation of Specific Opioid Receptors
Cretinism can result in a child born to a mother who was iodine deficient during early pregnancy Cretinism can result in a child born to a mother who was iodine deficient during early pregnancy
Principles of Pediatric Nursing: Caring for Children (Ball et al.) Principles of Pediatric Nursing: Caring for Children (Ball et al.)
Video: Neuron Structure Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library