A Child Who Is Small-For-Age Is to Receive Supplemental Injections

question 18

Multiple Choice

A child who is small-for-age is to receive supplemental injections of growth hormone.The mother of the client asks,"Why does my child have to take these shots? I read in the paper that hormones are dangerous." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A)"There are some hormones that are dangerous,but the shot your child will receive is not one of them."
• B)"Are you worried that your child will get hooked on drugs?"
• C)"Your child's pituitary gland is not making enough growth hormone.This hormone makes bones and muscles grow to normal size.The shots are safe."
• D)"Your child's parathyroid glands are not making enough of a hormone called GH.The injection is very safe."

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Definitions:

Hippocrates

An ancient Greek physician often referred to as the "Father of Medicine," whose teachings and practices laid the foundation for modern medicine.

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating growth, metabolism, and energy levels.

Sensory Information

Data obtained from the environment through the senses, such as sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch.

Electrical Signal

A form of signal used in electrical systems that represents data through variations in voltage, current, or frequency.