During the Course of a Week at an Overnight Summer

question 170

Multiple Choice

During the course of a week at an overnight summer camp, 4 children age 7-9 are sent to the camp health center.  They each have fever, cough, congestion, sore throat, and red eyes.  Physical examination of the children shows bilateral conjunctival injection and an erythematous oropharynx.  Auscultation of one child also reveals crackles in the left lower lung field.  All the children's symptoms improve over 7 days with supportive care.  Which of the following is the most likely cause of the outbreak?

• A)Adenovirus
• B)Coxsackievirus
• C)Influenza virus
• D)Norovirus
• E)Parvovirus
• F)Respiratory syncytial virus

Recognize and apply behaviors that reflect human respect and privacy in patient care settings.

Provide support and create a healing environment for patients during medical procedures.

Demonstrate encouraging behavior to positively influence patient's emotional well-being.

Understand the significance of nurse's interaction style on patient care and perception of caring.

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Definitions:

Early Blood Cells

Precursors to mature blood cells, formed in the bone marrow from hematopoietic stem cells.

Polar Bodies

Polar bodies are small cells that are formed as byproducts during the oocyte (egg cell) maturation process, involved in the division of cytoplasm.

Genetic Material

The molecules (DNA and RNA) within cells that carry genetic information necessary for replication, development, and functioning.

Decidua Basalis

The part of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) that specifically provides the maternal portion of the placenta and undergoes significant changes during pregnancy.