Practice Test Pediatrics Assignment Quiz

A 3-year-old boy is brought to the emergency room because of a possible diazepam (Valium) overdose. He is lethargic and confused, and his vital signs are: pulse rate 100 beats/minute, respiratory rate 20 breaths/minute, and blood pressure 70/30. Which nursing intervention has the highest priority? Insert an orogastric tube for gastric lavage. Prepare a set-up for an endotracheal intubation. Draw blood for stat chemistries and blood gases. Insert a Foley catheter to monitor renal functioning. - Prepare a set-up for an endotracheal intubation. A 4-year-old boy is brought to the emergency department by his parent, who reports that the child has been pointing at his stomach and saying, "It hurts so bad." Which pain-assessment tool should the nurse use?