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s.tung

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A new mother has brought her infant into the pediatric clinic. The infant has an excoriation on the buttocks. What should the nurse instruct the mother?
 
  A) Leave the baby's buttocks open to air for 2 hours each day.
  B) Apply gentian violet to the buttocks with every diaper change.
  C) Change diaper as soon as it is soiled and apply cornstarch.
  D) Keep the diaper and buttocks clean and dry and apply zinc oxide.

Question 2

On the first postoperative day, the client is assisted to the bathroom. It is important for the nurse to:
 
  A) allow the client privacy.
  B) assess the client's safety.
  C) assess the client's pain.
  D) allow sufficient time.



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Feedback:
Keeping the skin as dry and clean as possible helps preserve its integrity. The diaper area should be inspected with each change. Topical products, such as those containing zinc oxide, may need to be applied in cases of rash or excoriation.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
Toileting often is associated with falls; the nurse must ensure the client's safety.




s.tung

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
:D TYSM


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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