Ch. 39 Pediatric variations Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three conditions needed for consent
A
- Be of age of majority
- Must revive information needed
- Act voluntarily
2
Q
What is the nurses role in informed consent
A
Witness signature
3
Q
T/F for toddlers going into a procedure, it is best to demonstrate first on a doll to explain
A
True
4
Q
What are some early signs of malignant hyperthermia
A
Tachycardia Increasing blood pressure tachypnea Mottled skin Muscle rigidity
5
Q
Where is the preferred site for IM injections in infants
A
vastus lateralis