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The nurse is documenting the discharge of a 7 year old who was admitted for the treatment of dehydration due to gastroenteritis. The patient is stable, and the family is ready to take the child home. Which of the following documentation details should the nurse include in the discharge note?  (Select all that apply)

A nurse is preparing to administer an oral elixir to a 8 month old using an oral medication syringe. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

Which nursing intervention is most appropriate when providing care to a child who is experiencing difficulty sleeping related to hospitalizations?

A 2 year old child weighs 12kg. He had Tylenol 15mg/kg ordered every 4 hours. How many milligrams will you administer per dose? Put the number only

The nurse prepares a child to receive oxygen via a tent delivery system by allowing the child to place a teddy bear in and out of the tent and rewarding the child with a sticker. Which practice if the nurse using?

The nurse learns that a child has been diagnosed with a seizure disorder. Which is the most appropriate way to inform the child’s parents about this diagnosis?

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of early shock?

A nurse is caring for a 3 year old who has been admitted to the hospital for gastroenteritis. During a routine check, the nurse notes that the child is difficult to arouse, has a heart rate of 180 beats per minute, and a respiratory rate of 8 breaths per minute. What is the nurse’s priority action?

A nurse is caring for a 4 year old who refuses to take his medication because of the bad taste. Which of the following strategies should the nurse use to elicit the child’s cooperation?