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Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Assessment

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What is the recommended method for a child to take medicine with an unpleasant taste?

Pinch the nose and drink the medicine through a straw

What is the ideal position for administering liquids to an infant?

Semi-reclining position

What types of utensils can be used to administer medication to an infant?

Spoon, plastic cup, dropper, or syringe (without a needle)

Why is it important to wait for the infant to swallow between deposits when administering medication?

To prevent aspiration and ensure the medication is swallowed correctly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of mild physical restraint in some pediatric patients?

To ensure the safe administration of medication in children who refuse to cooperate Signup and view all the answers

What factors should be considered when selecting a site for an IM injection in an infant or child?

Amount and character of medication, muscle mass, frequency of injections, type of medication, and ability to assume the required position safely Signup and view all the answers

What are the three common injection sites in children?

Vastus lateralis, Ventrogluteal, and Deltoid Signup and view all the answers

Why is it helpful to have someone available to assist during IM injections in children?

To help hold the child if needed and ensure the injection is administered safely Signup and view all the answers

How can small infants be restrained during an IM injection if needed?

Between the nurse's arm and body Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using a dropper or syringe to administer medication to an infant?

Allows for slow administration of the liquid in small amounts Signup and view all the answers