Origin
A 2-month-old infant presents with signs of respiratory distress. The nurse believes the infant is suffering from RSV infection. Which of the following best described the origin of RSV?
A. RSV is caused by a bacterial infection that affects the respiratory tract
B. RSV is caused by a DNA virus that affects the lungs and airways
C. RSV is caused by a single-stranded RNA virus that affects the respiratory systems
D. RSV is caused by a fungal infection that affects the respiratory tract
C. RSV is caused by a single-stranded RNA virus that affects the respiratory systems
An infant with RSV is admitted in the hospital. The nurse observes the following symptoms: tachypnea, grunting, and retractions. Based on these findings, the nurse can recognize that which of the following complications is occurring?
A. Respiratory distress due to severe bronchiolitis
B. Dehydration due to excessive fluid loss
C. Bacterial pneumonia caused by infection
D. Mild cold symptoms from a viral infection
A. Respiratory distress due to severe bronchiolitis
A 5-month-old infant is hospitalized with symptoms of tachypnea, grunting, and retractions. The healthcare provider suspects RSV. What diagnostic test would the nurse expect to be ordered to confirm the presence of RSV?
A. Chest X-ray to assess for pneumonia
B. Nasal swab for rapid antigen testing
C. Complete CBC to assess for bacterial infection
D. ABG's to check oxygen levels
B. Nasal swab for rapid antigen testing
A nurse is caring for an infant who is hospitalized with severe respiratory distress due to RSV. The patient is experiencing tachypnea, head bobbing, and retractions. Which nurse intervention is the most important in managing the patients respiratory distress?
A. Administer antibiotics to treat a bacterial infection
B. Provide supplemental oxygen to improve oxygenation
C. Perform a respiratory assessment
D. Administer cough suppresants to relieve coughing
B. Provide supplemental oxygen to improve oxygenation
A parent of 3-month-old infant with RSV is at high risk for severe RSV due to underlying health conditions. The nurse educates the infant's parents about preventative measures. Which of the following is the most appropriate reccomendation for reducing the patients risk of severe RSV infection?
A. Admin of Palivizumab (Synagis) vaccine before RSV season
B. Admin of standard influenza vaccine annually
C. Reccomending infant's parents to take daily antiviral medications
D. Waiting until patient is over 6 months before considering RSV preventive methods
A. Admin of Palivizumab (Synagis) vaccine before RSV season