Identify One or More Choices That Best Complete the Statement

question 16

Multiple Choice

Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
-A toddler who is 2 years of age is cared for by a grandmother because of the death of the toddler's mother from AIDS. A critical nursing intervention is for the nurse to provide home-care instructions. Which points should the nurse emphasize? Select all that apply.

• A)Hand hygiene precautions during hospitalization
• B)Importance of keeping up to date with all childhood immunizations
• C)Proper nutrition for a toddler diagnosed with the disease
• D)Monitoring playmates in order to avoid childhood viruses
• E)Prevention of bacterial infections as the treatment focus

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Definitions:

Cartilage

A flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body, including joints, ribs, and ear lobes, providing support and cushioning.

External Occipital Protuberance

A prominent bump on the back of the skull used as a landmark for aligning the spine and head.

Calcaneal Tendon

Also known as the Achilles tendon, it connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and is crucial for walking, running, and jumping.

Popliteal Fossa

The shallow depression located at the back of the knee joint, containing nerves and blood vessels.