Ch. 39 Pediatric variations Flashcards

1
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What are the three conditions needed for consent

A
  1. Be of age of majority
  2. Must revive information needed
  3. Act voluntarily
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What is the nurses role in informed consent

A

Witness signature

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3
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T/F for toddlers going into a procedure, it is best to demonstrate first on a doll to explain

A

True

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4
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What are some early signs of malignant hyperthermia

A
Tachycardia
Increasing blood pressure
tachypnea
Mottled skin
Muscle rigidity
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5
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Where is the preferred site for IM injections in infants

A

vastus lateralis

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