Key points about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
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Help Kids and Make a Difference Invest in future cures for some of life's most devastating diseases. Give today to help more children grow up stronger. Donate Children's Team Children's TeamProviders Division Chief, Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Departments DepartmentsRespiratory Care ServicesA dedicated team of nearly 100 professionals provides respiratory care services around the clock for outpatients and inpatients at Children's National Hospital. Our therapists excel in the field for their technical knowledge as well as their expertise in working with kids. Airway ProgramThe Airway Program is a specialized program in the Division of Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat), one the largest and most prestigious pediatric otolaryngology programs in the country. Pulmonary MedicineChildren’s National is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation’s best pediatric hospitals for pulmonology and lung surgery because of our expertise in the field, and the quality of care provided to patients and their families. What are the nursing interventions for a child with RSV?RSV Nursing Care Plan 1
To establish baseline observations and check the progress of the infection as the patient receives medical treatment. Administer the prescribed antiviral. To treat severe RSV infection. Teach the patient to avoid direct social contact as much as possible.
What can you do for a baby with RSV?Most babies and young children can be cared for at home:. Remove sticky nasal fluids with a bulb syringe and saline drops.. Use a cool-mist vaporizer to keep the air moist and make breathing easier.. Give your little one fluids in small amounts throughout the day.. Use non-aspirin fever-reducers such as acetaminophen.. Which treatment would the nurse anticipate for an infant admitted with bronchiolitis caused by respiratory syncytial virus RSV?Supportive care is the mainstay of treatment for RSV bronchiolitis. Most infants can be managed at home, but those who are ill appearing, dehydrated, have poor feeding, apnea, develop respiratory distress or require supplemental oxygen should be considered for hospitalization.
What information should the nurse teach in the community about RSV?Much of your teaching about RSV will be focused on prevention and limiting spread of disease: Teach the importance of basic hygiene (especially for parents of young and/or premature children). This includes hand hygiene, avoiding touching the face, covering coughs and sneezes, and disinfecting high-use surfaces.
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