During a health fair the population health nurse notes that a child of

During a health fair the population health nurse notes that a child of a family renovating an older home is demonstrating fatigue. What action should the nurse encourage the parents to take?

1. Eat more foods with protein.
2. Have the child go to bed earlier.
3. Screen the child for serum lead levels.
4. Screen the child for hearing difficulties.

ESSAYBID ANSWER

Answer: 3
Explanation: 3. During a house renovation there is a possibility that the house may have lead paint. Children should be screened for lead levels if there has been a change in activity or affect. Having an earlier bedtime or eating a protein-rich diet will have no effect if lead levels are high. Screening for hearing difficulties is not an appropriate intervention if lead exposure is suspected.