Chapter 42 Peds

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The student nurse is caring for a child with the nursing diagnosis "Risk for fluid volume deficit related to inadequate oral intake." Which statement by the student would indicate a need for further education by the nursing instructor?

"I will make sure there is plenty of orange juice available. It's her favorite juice."

The nurse is preparing a client for surgery and the client asks, "What does it mean when they say they are going to reduce my abdominal hernia?" Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

"The treatment for the disorder will be a surgical procedure."

The nurse is providing care to a child who has had an appendectomy for a perforated appendix. The nurse would anticipate intravenous antibiotic therapy for how long?

7-14 days

The nurse is assessing a 10-day-old infant for dehydration. Which finding indicates severe dehydration?

Tenting of skin shows severe dehydration,

An adolescent is diagnosed with hepatitis A. Which problem should be considered when planning care?

The adolescent will become fatigued easily.

What occurs in the gastrointestinal system of the child with Hirschsprung disease?

There is a partial or complete mechanical obstruction in the intestine.

The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old girl with suspected autoimmune hepatitis. The girl inquires about the testing required to evaluate the condition. How should the nurse respond?

check IgA

A neonatal nurse teaches students how to recognize gastrointestinal disorders in infants. The nurse tells the students that failure of the newborn to pass meconium in the first 24 hours after birth may indicate what disease?

hirchprung, 24 hrsm, feeding intillerance, abdominal distention, There is a partial or complete mechanical obstruction in the intestine.

The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a child with a cleft lip and palate. When reviewing the child's history, what would the nurse identify as a risk factor for this condition?

mother age 42 with pregnancy, smoking, maternal infection and the use of streiods and psych meds.

The nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching with the caregiver of a child diagnosed with celiac syndrome. Which foods would be permitted in the diet of the child with celiac syndrome? Select all that apply.

skim milk, banans, applesauce

A group of nursing students are reviewing information about celiac disease. The students demonstrate understanding of this disorder when they identify which classic symptoms? Select all that apply.

steatorrhea, constipation, diahrea, FTT

An adolescent has hepatitis B. What would be the most important nursing action?

stick contact precaution.

The student nurse is preparing a presentation on celiac disease. What information should be included? Select all apply.

-"The only treatment for celiac disease is a strict gluten-free diet." -"Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea, steatorrhea, anemia, and dental disorders." -"Gluten is found in most wheat products, rye, barley and possibly oats." -Evaluation is done by the age 2 SUBMIT ANSWER

The emergency department nurse is assessing a child who has presented with a 2-day history of nausea and vomiting with pain that is isolated to the right upper quadrant of the abdomen. Which action is most appropriate?

Prepare the child for admission to the hospital.


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