ATI LPN Paediatrics nursing exam 5
ATI LPN Paediatrics nursing exam 5 ( 36 Questions)
The nurse instructs a mother of a child who has seizures regarding seizure precautions. Which statement by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
"I know that my child will need to have a companion when swimming." This is a correct precaution to prevent drowning in case of a seizure.
"I will make my child wear a medical identification bracelet." This is correct to alert others in case of an emergency.
"I will need to give antiseizure medications when my child has a seizure." Antiseizure medications are typically administered as a preventive measure, not during a seizure. Emergency medications (e.g., rectal diazepam) may be used for prolonged seizures but are not routine for every seizure.
"I will have my child wear a bike helmet when riding a bike or skateboard." This is correct to protect the child from head injuries during activities.
A. "I know that my child will need to have a companion when swimming." This is a correct precaution to prevent drowning in case of a seizure.
B. "I will make my child wear a medical identification bracelet." This is correct to alert others in case of an emergency.
C. "I will need to give antiseizure medications when my child has a seizure." Antiseizure medications are typically administered as a preventive measure, not during a seizure. Emergency medications (e.g., rectal diazepam) may be used for prolonged seizures but are not routine for every seizure.
D. "I will have my child wear a bike helmet when riding a bike or skateboard." This is correct to protect the child from head injuries during activities.