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tichca

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on: Jun 28, 2018
What assessment(s) would lead a nurse to suspect Hirschsprung's disease in a 1-month-old infant? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Ribbon-like stools
  b. Fever
  c. Failure to thrive
  d. Vomiting
  e. Diminished peristalsis

Question 2

What sign(s) indicate(s) moderate dehydration? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. 10 weight loss
  b. Dry mucous membranes
  c. Normal anterior fontanel
  d. Increased urinary output
  e. Lethargy


Alyson.hiatt@yahoo.com

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

ANS: A, B, C, D, E
All options are significant indicators of Hirschsprung's disease.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C
The child that is moderately dehydrated will have lost 10 of his body weight, will have dry mucous membranes, normal (nonsunken) anterior fontanelle, decreased urine output, and will be irritable.


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tichca

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Reply #2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jun 28, 2018
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