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    Ati Lpn Paediatrics (Nursing Care Of Newborn) Proctored Exam

    A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who has pneumonia due to varicella zoster. The parent asks the nurse what types of activities are available for the child. Which of the following play activities should the nurse recommend?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale:A) Watching cartoons with peers may increase the risk of transmitting varicella- zoster virus to other children who may not be immune, as well as expose the child to potential infections from other sick children.B) Pulling a wagon of stuffed animals in the hallway is too strenuous for a child with pneumonia.C) Writing a letter to send to a friend may be an appropriate activity for a child with pneumonia, but it involves sitting still for an extended period, which may not be as beneficial as a more physically engaging activity.D) Playing an alphabet flashcard game with the parent is appropriate for a 4-year-old child's cognitive development and does not require physical exertion or exposure to other children who might be susceptible to varicella zoster infection.

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