Which Statement Indicates the Parents Understand When to Contact the Pediatrician

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which statement indicates the parents understand when to contact the pediatrician or nurse practitioner?

• A) Infant refuses a feeding
• B) Infant has an axillary temperature of 97° F
• C) Infant has three pasty,yellow-brown stools in 24 hours
• D) Infant's diaper is not wet after 8 hours

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Definitions:

Post Anesthesia Care Unit

A specialized hospital area where patients recover and their vital signs are monitored closely after undergoing anesthesia.

Malignant Hyperthermia

A severe reaction to certain drugs used for anesthesia, characterized by a rapid rise in body temperature and severe muscle contractions.

High CO2 Levels

Elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream, often indicating respiratory distress or failure.

Elevated Temperature

A body temperature that is higher than normal, often indicative of an infection or illness.