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A nurse is admitting a pediatric client to the unit who has leukemia. Which client should the nurse place in the same room with this child?

A.

A child who is recovering from nasopharyngitis

B.

A child who has nephrotic syndrome

C.

A child who has gastroenteritis

D.

A child who has rheumatic fever

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. A child recovering from nasopharyngitis could still be contagious, and since children with leukemia have compromised immune systems, they are at higher risk of infections.

B. A child with nephrotic syndrome, although potentially needing special care, does not pose the same infection risk as a child recovering from an infectious disease. Therefore, they are a more suitable roommate for a child with leukemia.

C. A child with gastroenteritis may still be infectious and could expose the child with leukemia to gastrointestinal pathogens.

D. A child with rheumatic fever does not have a contagious illness, but the specific needs of the child with leukemia and the potential for complications from infections make it less ideal compared to a non-infectious condition like nephrotic syndrome.


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Correct Answer is ["23"]

Explanation

To calculate the IV fluid rate, first, convert the infant's weight from pounds and ounces to kilograms. There are 2.2 pounds in one kilogram. The infant weighs 16 pounds and 8 ounces, which is 16.5 pounds or approximately 7.5 kilograms when converted (16.5 pounds ÷ 2.2 pounds per kilogram). Next, multiply the infant's weight in kilograms by the prescribed amount of IV fluid, which is 6 mL/kg. This results in 45 mL (7.5 kg × 6 mL/kg). Since the fluid is to be infused over 2 hours, divide the total volume of 45 mL by 2 hours to find the rate per hour. The IV pump should be set to deliver approximately 22.5 mL/hr. After rounding to the nearest whole number, the IV pump should be set to deliver 23 mL/hr.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Intravenous fluids are generally not required if the child is alert and active with mild dehydration; oral rehydration is usually sufficient.

B. Oral rehydration solutions are appropriate for treating mild dehydration and should be given in small amounts frequently.

C. Chicken broth is not ideal for replacing electrolytes because it is low in electrolytes and high in sodium. Oral rehydration solutions are preferred.

D. A depressed soft spot (fontanel) is a sign of severe dehydration in infants. For a 4-year-old, signs of dehydration would include changes in urine output, thirst, or dry mucous membranes rather than a depressed fontanel.

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