The nurse on a pediatric unit is admitting a 6-week-old infant. Symptoms include a wet daily diaper count of 10 to 12 a day, irritability, constipation, and dehydration. For which medical prescription does the nurse contact the physician?
A) Limit oral intake of water to 200 mL per shift.
B) Weigh diapers to measure 24-hour urine output.
C) Check urine-specific gravity every 8 hours.
D) Allow the mother to continue breastfeeding.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q1: The nurse at a pediatric clinic is
Q2: The nurse is providing care for a
Q4: The nurse is assessing a 4-month-old infant
Q5: The nurse is planning a teaching session
Q6: The school nurse is teaching a middle-school
Q7: The nurse in a pediatrician's office is
Q8: The nurse in a NICU nursery is
Q9: A 10-year-old patient is diagnosed with type
Q10: Identify one or more choices that best
Q11: A 16-year-old adolescent has Addison's disease. The
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents