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DyllonKazuo

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A frightened mother calls the pediatrician's office because her child swallowed dishwashing detergent. What is the most appropriate action?
 
  a. Induce vomiting by giving the child syrup of ipecac.
  b. Take the child to the local emergency department.
  c. Give the child activated charcoal mixed with juice.
  d. Give the child milk to soothe affected mucous membranes.

Question 2

The nurse is planning a parent education program about lead poisoning prevention. What will be included regarding primary sources of lead in the community?
 
  a. Increased lead content of air
  b. Use of aluminum cookware
  c. Deteriorating paint in older buildings
  d. Inhaling smog


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morrie123456

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

ANS: B
Inducing vomiting is no longer recommended because it may pose additional problems. The child should be taken immediately to the nearest emergency department along with the packaging of the ingested substance.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The primary source of lead is paint from old, deteriorating buildings.


DyllonKazuo

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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