NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PAEDIATRIC NURSING
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Question
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A nurse is presenting an in-service about the use of postural drainage for infants who have cystic fibrosis. Which of the following positions should the nurse identify as being contraindicated for the infant?
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Trendelenburg
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Sitting on a nurse’s lap leaning forward
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Supine
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Sitting on a ‘s lap leaning backward
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Positions should generally be held for 3 to 15 minutes (longer in special situations). Standard positions are modified as the patient’s condition and tolerance warrant.
Detailed explanation-2: -The best time to do postural drainage is either before a meal or an hour and a half after a meal, when your stomach is emptiest.
Detailed explanation-3: -Biceps reflex: This reflex is assessed by placing the thumb on the biceps tendon while the person is in a sitting position and then tapping the thumb with the Taylor hammer.
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