Deck 1 Flashcards

1
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Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching of pediculosis capitis? (head lice)

A

Use an over-the-counter medication containing 1% permethrin

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2
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What can the nurse anticipate as treatment for RSV?

A

Humidification, suctioning, hydration, nasal sprays

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3
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Which of the following actions should the nurse take for a patient with cellulitis on the hand?

A

Administer oral antibiotics

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4
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Apply baby powder to infants with diaper rash. T/F?

A

False (ointment would be better; baby powder is old way)

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5
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Which of the following actions should the nurse take for a superficial partial thickness burn?

A

Apply cool, wet compress to the affected area

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6
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Which of the following actions should the nurse take for a superficial partial thickness burn?

A

Apply cool, wet compress to the affected area

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7
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Which of the following actions should the nurse take for a patient with a moderate burn?

A

Initiate high-protein, high-calorie diet

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8
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What teaching should the nurse include on the best way to prevent communicable diseases?

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Hand washing, avoiding persons who have active diseases, covering your cough, and obtaining immunizations

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9
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Which treatment option is controversial for a child with a fever?

A

Bathing

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10
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Sepsis has lead to shock if hypotension and organ failure are present. T/F?

A

True

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11
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Sepsis has lead to shock if hypotension and organ failure are present. T/F?

A

True

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12
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At what age is a fever considered a medical emergency?

A

<3 months

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13
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Most common cause of pharyngitis (strep throat)?

A

Group A strep

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14
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Signs and symptoms of laryngotracheobronchitis (croup)?

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15
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Visualizing the throat with suspected epiglottis is standard practice. T/F?

A

False

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16
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Risk factors for Bronchiolitis?

A

Premature, infancy, chronic lung disease, heart conditions

17
Q

Primary goal with Asthma?

A

Avoid triggers

18
Q

Which chronic respiratory condition includes pancreatic enzymes for management?

A

Cystic fibrosis

19
Q

Priority during cardiac arrest?

A

CPR

20
Q

Devastating effects of submersion injuries are typical due to lack of oxygen. T/F?

A

True

21
Q

Management of Nephrotic syndrome

A

Corticosteroids, IV albumin, Diuretics

22
Q

Glomerulonephritis typically follows which infection?

A

Pharyngitis

23
Q

White patches on the tongue, mucosa, or palate are known as?

A

Thrush (candidiasis)

24
Q

Pyloric stenosis does not require surgical intervention. T/F?

A

False

25
Q

Characterized by currant red-jelly stools, episodes of intense pain, vomiting, and diarrhea?

A

Intussusception

26
Q

What is Intussusception?

A

occurs when a proximal segment of the bowel “telescopes” into a more distal segment, causing edema, vascular compromise, and partial or total bowel obstruction