A hospitalised child has a prescribed oral fluid restriction. Which nursing action is most appropriate?
Correct answer: B. Record all oral and intravenous intake
- A. Offer extra water when the child cries
- B. Record all oral and intravenous intake
- C. Leave a full water cup at the bedside
- D. Ask the family to estimate the child’s intake
Explanation
Accurate intake recording helps the team maintain the prescribed restriction and evaluate hydration. Extra fluids and unmeasured family estimates can lead to unsafe fluid administration.
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Care of the hospitalised child covers admission assessment, monitoring vital signs, medication safety, pain relief, nutrition, hygiene, infection prevention and safe discharge planning. It also addresses atraumatic care, therapeutic play, communication with children and parents, family participation, separation anxiety, safeguarding and the child’s rights during hospital care.
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