Test Bank - Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 8e (by Leifer) 229
Chapter 25: The Child with a Respiratory Disorder
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. What will the nurse tell parents of a child with a positive throat culture for group A hemolytic streptococcus
that the treatment is most likely to be?
a. Acetaminophen and plenty of fluids
b. Oral penicillin for 10 days
c. Penicillin until his sore throat is gone
d. Streptococcus immunization
ANS: B
When a throat culture is positive for group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus, penicillin is administered for 10
days even if symptoms are alleviated before the medication is finished.
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TOP: Acute Pharyngitis KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
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2. Which initial intervention will the nurse suggest to the parents of a child experiencing laryngeal spasm?
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a. Take the child outside in the cool air.
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b. Bring the child directly to the emergency department.
c. Take the child to the bathroom and turn on a hot shower.
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d. Have the child drink plenty of fluids.
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ANS: C
The child experiencing laryngeal spasm should be placed in a high-humidity environment, such as the
bathroom with a hot shower running. The humidity liquefies secretions and reduces spasm.
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3. The nurse would observe a child for frequent swallowing after a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy (T&A).
What might this indicate?
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a. Bleeding from the surgical site
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b. Pain at the incision area
c. Sore throat from postnasal drip
d. Potential vomiting
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ANS: A
Hemorrhage is the most common postoperative complication. Blood trickling down the back of the childs
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throat could cause frequent swallowing.
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TOP: Tonsillitis and Adenoiditis KEY: Nursing Process Step: Data Collection
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4. What is the best choice for fluid replacement that the nurse can offer a child who has just had a
tonsillectomy?
a. A popsicle
b. Chocolate milk
c. Orange juice
d. Cola drink
ANS: A
Small amounts of clear liquids can be offered to the child. Synthetic fruit juices are not as irritating as natural
juices. A popsicle is usually well-tolerated.
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