Author Question: A young mother tells the nurse that her 6-month-old baby has a cough and that she is giving the baby ... (Read 78 times)

frankwu · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A young mother tells the nurse that her 6-month-old baby has a cough and that she is giving the baby an OTC cough and decongestant preparation. What should the nurse teach this young mother?

a. Over-the-counter medication is safe for infants.
b. These products are not safe for infants.
c. These products are safe if given diluted.
d. These products are safe in infants over 6 months.

Question 2

Which way can a nurse prevent injury from a needlestick?

a. Recap the needle before disposal.
b. Remove the needle from the syringe.
c. Immediately discard the needle and syringe in a puncture-proof container.
d. Stick it into the patient's mattress until it can be disposed of.

heinisk01 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
In 2007, the FDA announced that over-the-counter cold products should not be used in infants because they are unsafe.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Standard precautions recommend the use of puncture-resistant containers for disposal of all needles and sharps. Never recap a needle; most sticks happen this way.