Pediactric And Geriatric Procedures Flashcards
1
Q
Lancets for infants are to be punctured no deeper than
A
2.0 mm
2
Q
On infants use the ___ of the ___surface of the heel
A
lateral posterior & plantar
3
Q
For infants, you should warm the heel at ___ degrees
A
39 to 42
4
Q
After a heel stuck on an infant is placed on neonatal screening card, the card must dry in a horizontal position for a minimum of
A
4 hours
5
Q
What is a complication that can result from multiple deep heel sticks on an infant
A
Osteomyelitis
6
Q
What is an acceptable intervention to alleviate pain during a venipuncture on a 5 year old
A
EMLA
7
Q
____ is effective in reducing pain and crying time during a blood collection procedure for an infant
A
Sucrose
8
Q
The angle of the needle for scalp vein venipuncture of an infant should be
A
15 degrees
