(^70) Pediatric Nursing Demystified
- What is the major reason a family might delay reporting a possible lice infestation?
a. Fear related to the surgery required for the treatment
b. Shame associated with having a head lice infestation
c. Concern that the nits might be destroyed during the treatment
d. Ability to relieve itching with cool or cold compress application
ANSWERS
Routine checkup 1
- b
- When child is feeding while lying flat, reflux of formula into the eustachian tube
is more likely to occur.
Routine checkup 2
- Between-meal eating with high-sugar snacks contributes to plaque formation and
demineralization of teeth. - d. A culture of the site will identify the organism and determine treatment.
Routine checkup 3
- Removal of eggs (nits) reduces reinfestation of scalp with parasites.
- b
Final checkup
- b. Untreated otitis media can result in hearing loss.
- a. The Snellen chart is the most accurate method for vision testing and inability to
see should be evaluated by an optometrist. - b. Brushing to remove food from teeth will reduce the development of caries.
- a. Otitis media in an infant may be manifested by tugging at ear or moving head
from side to side. - b. Rinsing the nares with warm water will likely increase bleeding.
- c. Once infection or infestation is resolved, activities can resume.
- c. Itching may be noted due to saliva from the parasites.
- c. Codeine may be administered for severe pain and side effects may occur.
- d. Viral conjunctivitis can cause inflammation and drainage from the infection.
- b. Infection with lice may carry a stigma that families may be ashamed to reveal.