A Child in the Intensive Care Unit with Tetanus Will

question 49

Multiple Choice

A child in the intensive care unit with tetanus will be receiving a neuromuscular blocking agent.Which intervention takes priority for this child?

• A) Monitor urinary catheter output hourly.
• B) Provide stimulation from TV or radio.
• C) Turn patient every 2 hours.
• D) Provide ventilator care to prevent pneumonia.

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Definitions:

Iodide Ions

Negatively charged ions of iodine, essential for thyroid gland function and hormone production.

Calcium Ions

Electrically charged calcium atoms that play a crucial role in various cellular processes including muscle contraction, neurotransmission, and enzyme activity.

Acid

A substance that donates hydrogen ions or protons and accepts electrons, often associated with a sour taste and capable of turning blue litmus paper red.

Prions

Infectious agents composed of protein in a misfolded form, which can cause neurodegenerative diseases.