
Pediatric Nursing by Kathryn Rudd,Diane Kocisko
Edition 0ISBN: 978-0803621794
Pediatric Nursing by Kathryn Rudd,Diane Kocisko
Edition 0ISBN: 978-0803621794 Exercise 7
Soon after a child is admitted with burns to the lower extremities, the nurse observes diminished pulses and increased capillary refill time in one leg. The child cannot move the foot and complains of increasing
Pain. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to take at this time?
A) Monitor closely, checking the extremity every 2 hours.
B) Administer pain medication as ordered.
C) Apply warm sterile compresses to the lower leg and foot.
D) Notify the physician immediately.
Pain. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to take at this time?
A) Monitor closely, checking the extremity every 2 hours.
B) Administer pain medication as ordered.
C) Apply warm sterile compresses to the lower leg and foot.
D) Notify the physician immediately.
Explanation
Required: An intervention of the nurse t...
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