You are caring for a 6-month-old male who is fussy, crying, and has a fever. What would be most appropriate?
A) Talk to the parents and not the baby since a stranger's voice is upsetting.
B) Wait for the baby to stop crying so that you can properly assess him.
C) Keep the parents calm even though it is the baby you are caring for.
D) Distract the baby with a small toy or ball so that you can assess him.
C
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A) relaying concerns of abuse to appropriate authorities. B) when the press has already reported the incident. C) when you are alone with your spouse or a loved one. D) discussing the call with another fire crew who was not involved.
Which of the following conditions places the patient at risk for the development of a malignan-cy?
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