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Title: A 2-year-old child is being admitted to the hospital for possible bacterial meni
Post by: Desolo on Oct 28, 2014
A 2-year-old child is being admitted to the hospital for possible bacterial meningitis. When preparing for a lumbar puncture, the nurse should do which of the following?
a.   Set up a tray with equipment the same size as for adults.
b.   Apply EMLA to puncture site 15 minutes before procedure.
c.   Prepare child for conscious sedation being used for the procedure.
d.   Reassure the parents that the test is simple, painless, and risk free.



Title: Re: A 2-year-old child is being admitted to the hospital for possible bacterial meni
Post by: newstart on Nov 1, 2014
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Title: Re: A 2-year-old child is being admitted to the hospital for possible bacterial meni
Post by: newstart on Nov 2, 2014
:) Welcome