The priority nursing action for a child with epigl

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ATI LPN Test Bank

The priority nursing action for a child with epiglottitis is

A. Administer antibiotics B. Ensure airway patency C. Give fluids D. Reduce fever

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Airway patency B is critical in epiglottitis, per document p22, 5.

The nurse should teach parents of a child with diabetes to recognize

A. Hypoglycemia B. Hyperglycemia C. Ketoacidosis D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: All D are diabetes emergencies, per document p34, 6.

The nurse should monitor a child with a head injury for

A. Pupil response B. Breathing C. Neck stability D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: All D assess head injury, per document p42, 4.

The most therapeutic play for a hospitalized 5-year-old is

A. Board games B. Drawing C. Physical exercise D. Reading

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Drawing B allows emotional expression, per document p48, 3.

The priority for a child with a burn is

A. Antibiotics B. Fluid replacement C. Pain relief D. All of the above

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Fluid replacement B prevents shock, per document p53, .

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