A nurse Identifies that a school age child has pediculosis capitis and educates the child's parents about the condition. Which of the following statements by the parents is correct from the Instructions provided by the nurse?
"All recently used clothing, bedding, and towels must be washed in warm water."
"Toys that can't be dry cleaned or washed must be thrown out."
"I will treat all the family members to be on the safe side."
“We need to comb through our child's hair with a fine-toothed comb to remove the dead lice and nits after using the medicated shampoo."
The Correct Answer is D
A. This is also correct, but the focus of the question is on the treatment of the child's hair itself.
B. Non-washable toys should be bagged for 2 weeks, not thrown out.
C. While treating all family members is common, only those with active infestations need treatment.
D. This is the correct action after using a medicated shampoo for lice treatment. A fine-toothed comb should be used to remove lice and nits (eggs) from the child's hair.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. A negative Prehn's sign (where lifting the scrotum does not relieve pain) is a key sign of testicular torsion, indicating that the blood flow to the testicle is compromised.
B. Rebound abdominal tenderness suggests peritoneal irritation, not specifically testicular torsion.
C. Kernig's sign is a sign of meningitis, not related to testicular torsion.
D. A round, smooth, non-tender mass in the scrotum is more consistent with a hydrocele or hernia, not testicular torsion.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. CPR is not typically necessary unless the child stops breathing or the heart stops during the seizure, which is rare.
B. Restraining a child during a seizure can cause injury. The focus should be on safety and protection, not restraint.
C. Lorazepam may be given if the seizure lasts too long, but ensuring safety is the priority action.
D. The nurse’s priority during a seizure is to ensure the child’s safety by removing hazardous items from the area and ensuring the child does not get injured.
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