A 22-month old female is brought to the emergency department…

A 22-month old female is brought to the emergency department for 2 days of diarrhea, vomiting and fever. The patient’s mother states that the child was fine 3 days ago, but has since had multiple episodes of vomiting, loose stools and a fever of 101.9° F. The child will not answer questions verbally, only nods her head yes or no.  Select the assessment findings that require follow up by the nurse. (Select all that apply.)

A 16-year old male presents with increasing pain and swellin…

A 16-year old male presents with increasing pain and swelling in his right scrotum. The right testicle is extremely tender to palpation on examination. A doppler ultrasound demonstrates decreased blood flow. Which of the following is the most appropriate intervention?