A child with a diagnosis of Type I diabetes is sent to the s…

A child with a diagnosis of Type I diabetes is sent to the school nurse after lunch as the teacher reported the child to be sluggish and nauseated. During lunch the class had a Valentines Day party. What is the most likely reason for this child’s behavior change?

The nurse is teaching home care to the parent of a child who…

The nurse is teaching home care to the parent of a child who has a newly placed internal ventriculo-peritoneal (VP) shunt to correct hydrocephalus. When asked to identify possible signs of a shunt malfunction, which of the following statements indicate that the parents understand the information presented?

Parents of an 8-year-old bring their child to the pediatrici…

Parents of an 8-year-old bring their child to the pediatrician. They are concerned because she has been extremely thirsty, has had an increased appetite, is fatigued, and experienced an unexpected 10-pound weight loss over the last month. Mom also tells you that last night she “wet the bed” which she never does. As the nurse taking the history and assessing the child, you suspect that she is showing signs and symptoms of what condition?