Asked by Matthew Landers on May 31, 2024
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The guardians of a premature infant who was delivered at 31-weeks' gestation is expected to be discharged from the hospital within the next few days.The guardians have voiced concern regarding how to prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) exposure to the baby.What is the best response from the nurse?
A) "You will need to limit the baby's exposure to crowds of people."
B) "You need to make sure that the car seat is facing backward in the back seat of your car."
C) "You do not need to be concerned; the baby has a natural protection against this disease."
D) "You must sterilize all the bottles for the first 6 months."
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
A common respiratory virus that causes infections of the lungs and respiratory tract, especially serious in infants and the elderly.
Premature Infant
An infant born before completing the usual 37 weeks of gestation, often requiring special medical care due to underdeveloped organs.
Exposure
The state of being subjected to something, such as a cold environment, disease agents, or stressful situations, which can affect health.
- Identify the roles of nurses in educating patients and guardians about disease prevention, especially in vulnerable populations.
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MakaSweety SmallyJun 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Premature infants are at risk for development of respiratory illnesses such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)as a result of the underdevelopment of the lung.Limiting exposure to crowds of people will limit the exposure to respiratory viruses.Premature infants do not have protection against this virus.The virus is respiratory,so the car seat and bottles will not affect this illness.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the roles of nurses in educating patients and guardians about disease prevention, especially in vulnerable populations.