A Nurse Is Evaluating the Effectiveness of Teaching Regarding Care

question 11

Multiple Choice

A nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of teaching regarding care of a child with minimal change nephrotic syndrome (MCNS) that is in remission after administration of prednisone.The nurse realizes further teaching is required if the parents state what?

• A) "We will keep our child away from anyone who is ill."
• B) "We will be sure to administer the prednisone as ordered."
• C) "We will encourage our child to eat a balanced diet, but we will watch his salt intake."
• D) "We understand our child will not be able to attend school, so we will arrange for home schooling."

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Definitions:

Integumentary

Pertaining to the body's skin, hair, nails, and exocrine glands, which provide protection and sensation.

Integumentary

Pertaining to the body system that includes skin, hair, nails, and associated glands.

Epidermis

The skin's outermost layer, acting as a shield against damage from the environment.

Dermis

The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis that forms the true skin, containing blood capillaries, nerve endings, sweat glands, hair follicles, and other structures.