NUR 257 Exam 5
1. What is a pancreatic enzyme used for?
Answer
- prevent pancreatic insufficiency in cystic fibrosis patients
- should be taken with each meal and snack given
2. Ear drop administration
Answer
- 0 to 3 years olds
pull pinna down and back
- 3 and up
pull pinna up and back
3. Asthma medication
Answer
- takes 10-15 minutes to complete
- nervous, heart rate increased, jittery
4. status asthmaticus
Answer
- life-threatening episode of airway obstruction that's unresponsive to common treatment
5. eczema corticosteroid application
Answer
- be sure to have the correct height and weight, to make sure that it is a safe dose for the patient