Asked by
Danielle Styles
on Oct 21, 2024
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Reya is a 2 1/2-year-old whose parents have brought her to the office because she has been cranky and apparently does not feel well. When asked where it hurts, she points to her throat. The physician has asked you to obtain a specimen for a rapid strep test, but Reya refuses to open her mouth. Which of the following is the best way to open Reya's mouth to obtain the specimen?
A) Tickle the child until she opens her mouth to laugh
B) Grasp her lower jaw firmly and pull downward
C) Ask Reya's mother to tell her to open her mouth
D) Squeeze Reya's nostrils shut until she opens her mouth to breathe
E) Inform the physician that you were unable to get the specimen
Rapid Strep Test
A diagnostic test quickly performed in a healthcare setting to detect the presence of streptococcal bacteria, the cause of strep throat.
Specimen
A sample taken for analysis or testing, often used in scientific, medical, or material studies to represent a whole.
- Understand approaches for supporting and managing the emotional health of children in a healthcare environment.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand approaches for supporting and managing the emotional health of children in a healthcare environment.