The Nurse Is Preparing Assignments in a Pediatric Unit for the Night

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing assignments in a pediatric unit for the night shift.Which of the following would be appropriate to assign the LPN/LVN?

• A) A 5-year-old child who had an appendectomy about 6 hours ago
• B) A 4-year-old child admitted for severe epiglottis who is running a fever of 102° F
• C) A 6-year-old child admitted with dehydration and receiving IV therapy
• D) A 7-year-old child who has inhalation burns 2 days ago and has a tracheostomy

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