Question 1

When discussing growth and development with the parents of a child,the nurse explains that nutrition is the single most important influence on:

Accepted Answer

A)  cognitive development.
B)  secondary sexual characteristics.
C)  the production of blood cells.
D)  the growth of bones and muscle.

Question 2

How should an infant be positioned after a feeding?

Accepted Answer

A)  On the stomach
B)  On the right side
C)  On the left side
D)  On the back

Question 3

The nurse is aware that visual acuity evaluation in a child is best assessed after the age of _____ years.

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Question 4

What is the best time to bathe an infant?

Accepted Answer

A)  At bedtime
B)  Early in the morning
C)  After a feeding
D)  Before a feeding

Question 5

What is the purpose of a mist tent?

Accepted Answer

A)  To provide a constant oxygen supply
B)  To liquefy respiratory secretions
C)  To aid in lowering temperature
D)  To improve the infant's hydration

Question 6

What is the correct order for assessing vital signs in an infant to ensure the accuracy of measurements?

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A)  Respiration, temperature, pulse
B)  Pulse, respiration, temperature
C)  Temperature, pulse, respiration
D)  Respiration, pulse, temperature

Question 7

What was one of the major strides in pediatric care made by Dr.Abraham Jacobi?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pediatric wards in hospitals
B)  Free inoculations against smallpox
C)  Milk stations in the city of New York
D)  Serving nutritious foods in orphanages

Question 8

When communicating with parents suspected of child abuse,what should the nurse be sure to do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Tell them the law requires reporting of the incident
B)  Be sympathetic to their needs
C)  Interact with them in a nonjudgmental manner
D)  Suggest psychiatric counseling

Question 9

Where is the typical IV insertion site in an infant younger than 9 months of age?

Accepted Answer

A)  Radial vein
B)  Scalp vein
C)  Femoral vein
D)  Brachial vein

Question 10

The nurse welcomes the presence of the family in a pediatric unit because it reduces the stressors of hospitalization.Which are common stressors for the hospitalized child? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Separation
B)  Lack of love
C)  Fear of pain
D)  Unfamiliar food
E)  Loss of control

Question 11

The mother of a 3-year-old expresses concern about her daughter's slowed growth rate.What would be the most informative response by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Three-year-olds have typically finished a growth spurt, and you may notice a decreased rate in your daughter's growth."
B)  "Children's growth is hereditary. She may be of small stature like you."
C)  "The growth of a 3-year-old is associated with their nutrition. How is she eating?"
D)  "Your daughter is healthy and happy. Don't worry about her growth right now."

Question 12

Why must the pediatric nurse be cautious about medicating infants and young children?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are less susceptible to medication effects than adults.
B)  They are more susceptible to medication effects than adults.
C)  They are equally susceptible to medication effects as adults.
D)  They are more susceptible to drug interactions than adults.

Question 13

What is the maximum amount of time that a nurse should suction an artificial airway?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 second
B)  5 seconds
C)  30 seconds
D)  1 minute

Question 14

When measuring the head circumference of an infant,where should the nurse place the tape measure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Across the eyebrows and around the occipital lobe
B)  Over the zygomatic arches and around the parietal areas
C)  Around forehead and around the crown of the head
D)  Above the eyebrows and pinnas, and around the occipital lobe

Question 15

Following a lumbar puncture of a 2-year-old,what should the nurse do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Keep the child flat for several hours
B)  Allow the child to play quietly at will
C)  Hold the child in a flexed position for 5 minutes
D)  Stand the child upright immediately

Question 16

What should be done before initiating a gavage feeding?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hold the feeding tube under water to check for bubbling
B)  Check for gastric distention
C)  Aspirate stomach contents
D)  Ensure the sterility of feeding equipment

Question 17

What is the correct way to assess for the presence of jaundice in an African American child?

Accepted Answer

A)  Examine the sclera
B)  Press the edge of the pinna
C)  Apply pressure to the gum
D)  Compare the color on the soles of the feet

Question 18

When using anticipatory guidance to prepare a 5-year-old for an IM injection,what statement by the nurse would be most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Ethan, I'm going to give you a shot."
B)  "Ethan, the doctor wants you to have some medicine, and it will hurt."
C)  "Ethan, some medicine can only be given with a needle."
D)  "Ethan, I am going to give you some medicine that will sting, but only for a little while."

Question 19

When the pediatric nurse is attempting to establish a trusting relationship with a child,what is the most important and lasting thing to do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Convey respect
B)  Talk with the child
C)  Be honest
D)  Talk with family

Question 20

After observing parental behavior that leads the nurse to suspect child abuse,when should the nurse report the abuse?

Accepted Answer

A)  If the parent confesses to child abuse
B)  If the child admits to being abused
C)  Whenever maltreatment of a child is suspected
D)  When the type of abuse can be determined

Exam 30: Basic Pediatric Nursing Care

The mother of a 3-year-old expresses concern about her daughter's slowed growth rate.What would be the most informative response by the nurse?

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When the pediatric nurse is attempting to establish a trusting relationship with a child,what is the most important and lasting thing to do?

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After observing parental behavior that leads the nurse to suspect child abuse,when should the nurse report the abuse?

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When measuring the head circumference of an infant,where should the nurse place the tape measure?

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What is the best time to bathe an infant?

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Why must the pediatric nurse be cautious about medicating infants and young children?

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The nurse is aware that visual acuity evaluation in a child is best assessed after the age of _____ years.

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Where is the typical IV insertion site in an infant younger than 9 months of age?

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What is the correct way to assess for the presence of jaundice in an African American child?

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When communicating with parents suspected of child abuse,what should the nurse be sure to do?

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The nurse welcomes the presence of the family in a pediatric unit because it reduces the stressors of hospitalization.Which are common stressors for the hospitalized child? (Select all that apply.)

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When using anticipatory guidance to prepare a 5-year-old for an IM injection,what statement by the nurse would be most appropriate?

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What is the correct order for assessing vital signs in an infant to ensure the accuracy of measurements?

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When discussing growth and development with the parents of a child,the nurse explains that nutrition is the single most important influence on:

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How should an infant be positioned after a feeding?

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What should be done before initiating a gavage feeding?

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Following a lumbar puncture of a 2-year-old,what should the nurse do?

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What is the maximum amount of time that a nurse should suction an artificial airway?

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What was one of the major strides in pediatric care made by Dr.Abraham Jacobi?

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What is the purpose of a mist tent?

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