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Redwolflake15 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A toddler must maintain bed rest for the diagnosis of pneumonia. What actions will the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.)

a. Maintain strict bed rest.
b. Consider age.
c. Assess developmental level.
d. Implement light play activities.
e. Provide hypnotic medication as ordered.

Question 2

What would the nurse teaching an asthmatic child the technique of pursed-lip breathing include? (Select all that apply.)

a. Inhale deeply through nose with mouth closed.
b. Make exhalation twice as long as inhalation.
c. Use medicated inhaler prior to performing breathing exercise.
d. Exhale through mouth as if whistling.
e. Exhale forcefully.

gcook · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, D
Confinement to bed for a child does not always result in physical rest. In pediatrics, bed rest means providing play therapy that promotes minimal activity. The nurse should consider the age and developmental level of the child and the activity level involved in the play when designing appropriate activities and guiding parents in the home care of their child.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D
The technique requires that breath be inhaled through the nose and exhaled through pursed lips in a nonforceful manner. The exhalation should be twice as long as the inhalation.