What Nursing Consideration Is Most Important in the Care of a Child

question 41

Multiple Choice

What nursing consideration is most important in the care of a child on a mechanical ventilator?

• A) Humidification is not necessary.
• B) Respiratory assessment is done by the ventilator.
• C) Positioning the child for comfort and optimum ventilation is necessary.
• D) Support and reassurance are not as important because the child is unconscious.

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