RSV/Bronchiolitis – Flashcards

A nurse is preparing for the admission of an infant with a diagnosis of bronchiolitis caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Which interventions would the nurse include in the plan of care? Select all that apply. 1. Place the infant in a private room. 2. Ensure that the infant's head is in a flexed position. 3. Wear a mask at all times when in contact with the infant. 4. Place the infant in a tent that delivers warm humidified air. 5. Position the infant side-lying, with the head lower than the chest. 6. Ensure that nurses caring for the infant with RSV do not care for other high-risk children.

A client who develops acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is exhibiting hypoxemia that is unresponsive to oxygen therapy. In explaining the client's condition to the family, the nurse would incorporate which of the following concepts? A) There is excess surfactant production by the alveoli. B)Thick secretions block the airways. C)Blood is shunted past alveoli with no ventilation. D)The individual has difficulty expelling air trapped in the alveoli.

In a client with respiratory distress, which finding by the nurse most manifests a worsening clinical state? A) Increased respiratory rate B) Tachycardia C) Agitation D )Cyanosis

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