For the case study section only: Please only provide short answers for the case study No more than 2 sentence response. Answer all the questions in all case study scenarios.
Case Study # 1
Jordan is a 9-year-old boy who is a direct admit for observation. He has had a history of vomiting and diarrhea for 48 hours.
Subjective Data
Has a history of nausea and vomiting for 24 hours.
Has not voided today.
Is unable to tolerate oral fluids.
Objective Data
Vital signs: temp, 37.8º C; pulse, 120 bpm; resp, 24 breaths/min; blood pressure, 110/60 mm Hg
Weight: 34 kg
Hyperactive bowel sounds to auscultation
Questions:
When should the discharge teaching begin for Jordan and his family?
What is the best way to approach Jordan regarding the intravenous (IV) line that has been ordered?
What would be good distractions for a child of Jordan’s age?
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