pediatric respiratory questions with correct answers

The mother of an infant diagnosed with bronchiolitis asks the nurse what causes this disease. The nurse's response would be based on the knowledge that the majority of infections that cause bronchiolitis are a result of: a. Ribavirin b. Mycoplasma pneumoniae c. RSV d. hemophilus influenzae correct answer c. RSV A child is Brough to the emergency department with suspected epiglottis. Which nursing intervention would be considered unsafe? a. allowing the child to remain in the position of choice b. placing intubation equipment at the bedside c. encouraging parents to comfort the child d. examining the throat correct answer d. examining the throat an 18 month old child is seen in the ED with respiratory distress and is admitted with a diagnosis of pneumonia. Following the initial workup, the baby is still SOB but is rubbing his eyes as if he is sleepy. The mother wants to lay the baby down for his nap. The infant refuses to lie down. The nurse would suggest: a. rocking the baby until he is asleep and then lay him down b. the mother hold him in her arms while he sleeps c. the mother allow the baby to sleep in an upright position d. a sleeping pill to help the baby rest correct answer c. the mother allow the baby to sleep in an upright position