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Chandra Williams
on Oct 20, 2024
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Which action should the nurse take to assess a 2-year-old child for pinworms?
A) Press clear cellophane tape against the anal opening at night to obtain a specimen.
B) Collect a freshly passed stool from a diaper using a wooden specimen blade.
C) Place a smear of stool on a slide and add two drops of reagent.
D) Prepare the patient for a flat plate (x-ray) of the abdomen.
Pinworms
Small, parasitic worms that primarily infect the human intestine, particularly in children, leading to itching and discomfort.
Cellophane Tape
A thin, transparent adhesive tape used for sealing or attaching materials together lightly.
- Explain the interventions necessary for unique populations like babies, senior citizens, and patients after surgery to avoid or remedy issues related to the bowel.
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Learning Objectives
- Explain the interventions necessary for unique populations like babies, senior citizens, and patients after surgery to avoid or remedy issues related to the bowel.
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