Nursing Care and Medication Administration
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Nursing Care and Medication Administration

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What action is the nurse taking by completing an incident report and notifying the physician after administering the wrong dose of medication?

  • Responsibility
  • Decision making
  • Authority
  • Accountability (correct)
  • The patient's right to refuse treatment is an example of which type of law?

  • Statutory law
  • Nurse practice acts
  • Civil Law (correct)
  • Common law
  • When treating a child with a urinary tract infection, what symptom should parents report to the nurse?

  • Fever (correct)
  • Increased urine output
  • Loss of appetite
  • Jaundice
  • What is the correct route for administering the MMR vaccine?

    <p>Subcutaneous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is chickenpox primarily transmitted?

    <p>It is transmitted from direct contact, droplet spread, and contaminated objects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nutrient serves as the body's most preferred energy source?

    <p>Carbohydrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be a reason for the 9-month-old child to cry and cling to his mother when approached?

    <p>He is showing attachment behavior due to separation anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about how children contract chickenpox?

    <p>It cannot spread through air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which finding during a neonate assessment best indicates adequate hydration?

    <p>Soft smooth skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What classification applies to a newborn baby weighing 4.2 kg?

    <p>Large for gestational age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In case of accidental disconnection of the chest drain, which action should be taken first?

    <p>Clamp the chest drain immediately, reconnect a sterile system, and inform the medical staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age do children typically begin to fear pain?

    <p>Toddler age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavior indicates that a baby is experiencing stranger anxiety?

    <p>The baby shows distress when approached by unfamiliar individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medication Administration and Accountability

    • Administering wrong medication doses requires immediate action from the nurse to complete an incident report and notify the physician.
    • This situation exemplifies accountability in nursing practice, encompassing the obligation to report errors.
    • A patient's right to refuse treatment is categorized under civil law, which protects individual rights and personal autonomy.
    • Understanding legal aspects is crucial for compliance and ethical nursing care.

    Pediatric Care and Monitoring

    • Parents should be instructed to report symptoms such as fever in a child receiving antibiotics for a urinary tract infection, indicating a potential adverse reaction or complication.

    Immunization Route

    • The MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is administered via the subcutaneous route, ensuring proper absorption and immune response.

    Understanding Chickenpox Transmission

    • Chickenpox is highly contagious, transmitted through direct contact, droplet spread, and contaminated objects, not through feco-oral routes or as medication side effects.

    Nutrition and Energy Sources

    • Carbohydrates are the body's preferred energy source, vital for daily functioning and metabolic processes.

    Child Development and Behavior

    • At 9 months old, children may experience stranger anxiety, demonstrating fear of unfamiliar faces and seeking comfort from their caregivers.

    Neonatal Hydration Assessment

    • Adequate hydration in neonates is indicated by soft, smooth skin, while sunken fontanelles and lack of urine output signal dehydration.

    Birth Weight Categories

    • A newborn weighing 4.2 kg is classified as large for gestational age, which impacts assessment and monitoring for potential health issues.

    Emergency Protocol for Chest Drain

    • In case of accidental disconnection of a chest drain, the protocol is to clamp the drain immediately, reconnect a sterile system, and inform medical staff to prevent complications.

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    This quiz focuses on key concepts in nursing care, including medication administration, patient rights, and pediatric monitoring. It emphasizes the importance of accountability in nursing practice and legal frameworks that protect patient autonomy. Test your understanding of these essential topics in nursing.

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