NSG 6435 Burns Pediatric Primary Care, Introduction to Disease Management Questions and Answers with Explanations Download to Score A

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NSG 6435 Burns Pediatric Primary Care, Introduction to Disease Management Questions and Answers with Explanations Download to Score A 1. The parent of a child with complex health care needs tells the... primary care pediatric nurse practitioner that the child has had difficulty breathing the past two nights but can’t articulate specific symptoms. The child has normal oxygen saturations and a normal respiratory rate with clear breath sounds. What will the nurse practitioner do? a. Admit the child to the hospital for close observation and monitoring of respiratory status. b. Encourage the parent to call when concerned and schedule a follow-up appointment the next day. c. Perform a complete blood count, blood cultures, and a chest radiograph to evaluate symptoms. d. Reassure the parent that the child has a normal exam and is most likely not ill. ANS: B Most parents are alert to subtle changes in their children, so it is important to listen attentively when they voice their concerns. Children who have special health care needs merit closer observation and follow-up than the average, thriving child. The child has a normal exam, so does not need labs or Xrays or hospitalization, but the PNP should make sure the parent is able to reach the provider when needed and should schedule an office follow-up to evaluate changes in the child’s status. Reassuring the parent that things are fine only minimizes the parent’s concerns. [Show More]

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