A nurse is preparing to apply lidocaine and prilocaine cream to a child prior to the insertion of an IV catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Avoid removing the cream prior to the procedure.
Gently rub the cream into the skin.
Wash the site with alcohol prior to applying the cream.
Apply the cream 1 hr before the procedure.
The Correct Answer is D
A. The cream should be removed after it has been on the skin for the recommended amount of time. It is typically wiped off before the procedure.
B. The medication should applied repeatedly to provide analgesia
C. Washing the site with alcohol before applying the cream is not necessary and may cause unnecessary skin irritation.
D. Lidocaine and prilocaine cream typically require about 60 minutes to take effect.
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Correct Answer is ["A","B","C","D","E","F"]
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Nightmares are common in children and may not be directly related to the brain tumor. While they should be addressed, they are not the priority in this case.
B. Hyperactivity can be a normal behavior in preschoolers. It may or may not be related to the brain tumor. Other symptoms should take precedence.
C. Pruritus (itching) is a common symptom that can have various causes, and it may not be directly related to the brain tumor. It should be addressed but is not the priority in this case.
D. Correct. Diplopia (double vision) can be a neurological symptom associated with increased
intracranial pressure or other complications related to a brain tumor. It is important to report this finding promptly to the provider for further evaluation and intervention.
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