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A cooling blanket is prescribed for a child with a fever. The nurse prepares to use the cooling blanket and should avoid which action?
1
A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is bathing a neonate and notices small dark tufts of fine hair on the neonate's lower back. The LPN should take which best action?
1
A mother of a 3-year-old child tells the nurse that the child has been continuously scratching the skin and has developed a rash. On data collection, which finding indicates that the child may have scabies?
1
A newborn infant is diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux (GER). The mother of the infant asks the nurse to explain the diagnosis. The nurse plans to base the response on which description of this disorder?.
1
A nursing student is asked to administer a tepid bath to a child with a fever. The student should avoid which action when performing this procedure?
1
A licensed practical nurse is providing care for a child with hydrocephalus who has had a ventriculoperitoneal shunt revision. Which data collection finding should be reported to the registered nurse immediately?
1
A mother arrives at the emergency department with her child and a diagnosis of epiglottitis is documented. Which of the health care provider's prescription should the nurse question?
1
A mother brings her 4-month-old infant to the well-baby clinic for immunizations. Which immunizations should be administered to this infant?
1
A 3-year-old child has returned to his room following a tonsillectomy. Which finding needs immediate notification of the registered nurse?
1
A 4-year-old child is being transported to the trauma center from a local community hospital for treatment of a burn injury that is estimated as covering over 40% of the body. The burns are partial- and full-thickness burns. The nurse is asked to prepare for the arrival of the child and gathers supplies anticipating that which will be prescribed initially?
1
A 4-year-old child is hospitalized with a suspected diagnosis of Wilms' tumor. The nurse reviews the plan of care and should question which intervention that is written in the plan of care?
1
A 4-year-old child sustains a fall at home and is brought to the emergency department by the mother. Following x-ray examination, it has been determined that the child has a fractured arm, and a plaster cast is applied. The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother regarding cast care for the child. Which statement by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
1
A 5-year-old child has been transferred to the pediatric unit after a cardiac catheterization. Which intervention has the highest priority in the care of this child immediately following the procedure?
1
A 5-year-old child is admitted to the hospital for heart surgery to repair tetralogy of Fallot. The nurse notes that the child has clubbed fingers, and the nurse knows that this symptom is likely a result of which condition?
1
A 6-year-old child has just been diagnosed with localized Hodgkin's disease, and chemotherapy is planned to begin immediately. The mother of the child asks the nurse about radiation therapy because it was not prescribed as a part of treatment. Which is the most appropriate response to the mother?
1
A 9-year-old child is diagnosed with chlamydial conjunctivitis. The nurse consults with the health care provider regarding necessary follow-up because this infection can be associated with which finding?
1
A child has epistaxis. The nurse understands that which treatment is appropriate for epistaxis?
1
A child is admitted to the hospital with sickle cell crisis. The nurse checks this child for which frequent symptom of the disorder?
1
A child is diagnosed with lactose intolerance. The child's mother asks the nurse about the disease. Which statement is the appropriate nursing response?
1
A child is diagnosed with scarlet fever. The nurse collects data regarding the child. Which is characteristic of scarlet fever?
1
A child seen in the clinic is found to have rubeola (measles) and the mother asks the nurse how to care for the child. Which instruction should the nurse provide to the mother?
1
A child with a tracheal obstruction is brought to the emergency department by emergency medical services. The child aspirated a grape, and the foreign body was removed by direct laryngoscopy. Following the procedure which information does the nurse plan to give to the parents of the child?
1
A child with cerebral palsy (CP) is working to achieve maximum potential for locomotion, self-care, and socialization in school. To meet these goals, which action should the nurse take when working with the child?
1
A child with croup is being discharged from the hospital. The nurse reinforces home care instructions to the mother and advises the mother to bring the child to the emergency department if the child develops which symptom?
1
A child with croup is placed in a cool-mist tent. The mother asks if the child may have her security blanket inside the tent. Which is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
1
A nursing student is assigned to care for a child with hemophilia. The nursing instructor reviews the plan of care with the student and asks the student to describe the characteristics of this disorder. Which statement by the student indicates a need for further research?
1
A nursing student is assigned to care for an infant with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). The student develops a plan of care for the child that is focused on monitoring for fluid overload. The student plans to best assess the urine output of the infant by taking which action?
1
A school-age child with type 1 diabetes mellitus has soccer practice three afternoons a week. The nurse reinforces instructions regarding how to prevent hypoglycemia during practice. Which should the nurse tell the child?
1
After a tonsillectomy, a child is brought to the pediatric unit. The nurse places the child in which appropriate position?
1
After a tonsillectomy, the child begins to vomit bright red blood. Which is the initial nursing action?
1
After a tonsillectomy, which fluid or food item would be appropriate to offer to the child?
1
An adolescent with diabetes mellitus is attending gym class and suddenly becomes flushed and complains of dizziness and a headache. The gym teacher quickly takes the adolescent to the school nurse's office. The nurse obtains a blood glucose level, and the results indicate a level of 65 mg/dL. Which initial nursing intervention is appropriate?
1
An infant returns to the nursing unit following surgery for an esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF). The infant is receiving intravenous (IV) fluids, and a gastrostomy tube is in place. The nurse assisting in caring for the infant should ensure that which action is done to the gastrostomy tube?
1
An infant with heart failure (HF) is receiving diuretic therapy, and the nurse is closely monitoring the intake and output. Which is the best method for the nurse to use to monitor the urine output?
1
Antibiotics are prescribed for a child following a myringotomy with insertion of tympanostomy tubes, and the nurse provides instructions to the parents regarding the administration of the antibiotics. Which statement made by a parent would indicate that the instructions were understood?
1
In planning care for a child with contact dermatitis, which concern is the highest priority for the child?
1
Oral iron is prescribed for a child with an iron deficiency anemia, and the nurse provides instructions to the mother regarding the administration of the iron. The nurse instructs the mother to administer the iron in which way?
1
The emergency department nurse is gathering initial data on a child suspected of epiglottitis. Which is the nurse's highest priority?
1
The nurse has reinforced prior teaching of a school-age child who was given a brace to wear for the treatment of scoliosis. The child needs further teaching if which statement is made?
1
The nurse has reviewed the health care provider's prescriptions for a child suspected of a diagnosis of neuroblastoma and is preparing to implement diagnostic procedures that will confirm the diagnosis. The nurse prepares to do which?
1
The nurse is admitting a child with a diagnosis of lactose intolerance. Which finding does the nurse expect to note?
1
The nurse is assigned to care for a child after a myringotomy with the insertion of tympanostomy tubes. The nurse notes a small amount of reddish drainage from the child's ear after the surgery. On the basis of this finding, which action should the nurse take?
1
The nurse is assigned to care for a child with hypertrophic pyloric stenosis scheduled for a pyloromyotomy. In which position should the nurse place the child during the preoperative period?
1
The nurse is assisting in collecting data on a child with seizures. The nurse is interviewing the child's parents to establish their adjustment to caring for their child with a chronic illness. Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?
1
The nurse is assisting in developing a plan of care for a 10-year-old child diagnosed with acute glomerulonephritis. Following review of the plan of care, the nurse determines that which intervention is the priority for the child?
1
The nurse is assisting in developing a plan of care for a child diagnosed with acute glomerulonephritis. The nurse should include which intervention in the plan of care?
1
The nurse is assisting in planning discharge instructions to the mother of a child following orchiopexy, which was performed on an outpatient basis. Which is the priority in the plan of care?
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The nurse is assisting in preparing to care for a child with a brain tumor who will be returning from the recovery room following debulking of the tumor. Which item should the nurse place at the bedside in preparation for the child's return from surgery?
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The nurse is caring for a 1-year-old child following a cleft palate repair. Which solution should the nurse use after feedings to cleanse the child's mouth?
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The nurse is caring for a child who is scheduled for an appendectomy. When the nurse reviews the health care provider's preoperative prescriptions, which should be questioned?
1
The nurse is caring for a hospitalized child newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus. At 11:00 am, the child suddenly complains of weakness, headache, and blurred vision. How should the nurse respond?
1
The nurse is caring for a hospitalized infant and is monitoring for increased intracranial pressure (ICP). The nurse notes that the anterior fontanel bulges when the infant cries. Based on this finding, which action should the nurse take?
1
The nurse is checking a child for dehydration and documents that the child is moderately dehydrated. Which symptom should be noted in determining this finding?
1
The nurse is checking the capillary refill of a child with a cast applied to the left arm. The nurse compresses the nail bed of a finger, and it returns to its original color in 2 seconds. Which action should be taken by the nurse?
1
The nurse is checking the status of jaundice in a child with hepatitis. Which should the nurse check to ascertain if the child is jaundiced?
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The nurse is collecting data from a child with a diagnosis of diabetes insipidus. Which clinical finding is consistent with this diagnosis?
1
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a child with autism. The nurse should identify which priority problem for this child?
1
The nurse is monitoring a 7-year-old child who sustained a head injury in a motor vehicle crash for signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP). The nurse assesses the child frequently for which early sign of increased ICP?
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The nurse is monitoring a child following a tonsillectomy. Which finding would indicate that the child is bleeding?
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The nurse is monitoring a child with a head injury. On data collection, the nurse notes an abnormal flexion of the upper extremities and an extension of the lower extremities. The nurse documents that the child is experiencing which?
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The nurse is monitoring for signs of dehydration in a 1-year-old child who has been hospitalized for diarrhea and prepares to take the child's temperature. Which method of temperature measurement should be avoided?
1
The nurse is monitoring the laboratory values of a child with leukemia who is receiving chemotherapy. The nurse prepares to implement bleeding precautions if the child becomes thrombocytopenic and the platelet count is less than which value?
1
The nurse is planning care for a child with hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS). The child has been anuric and will be receiving peritoneal dialysis treatment. The nurse should plan to include which intervention in the care of the child?
1
The nurse is preparing for the administration of ribavirin (Virazole) to a child with respiratory syncytial virus. Which supplies will the nurse obtain for the administration of this medication?
1
The nurse is preparing to administer digoxin (Lanoxin) to an infant with heart failure (HF). Before administering the medication, the nurse double-checks the dose, counts the apical heart rate for 1 full minute, and obtains a rate of 88 beats per minute. Based on this finding, which is the appropriate nursing action?
1
The nurse is reviewing a health care provider's prescription for a child who was just admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of Kawasaki disease. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate being part of the treatment plan?
1
The nurse is reviewing the health care provider's prescriptions for a child with rheumatic fever who is suspected of having a viral infection. The nurse notes that acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) is prescribed for the child. Which nursing action is appropriate?
1
The nurse is reviewing the immunization schedule for a child with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection with the mother. Which should be a component of the instructions that the nurse reinforces to the mother?
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The nurse is reviewing the record of a child admitted to the hospital with nephrotic syndrome. Which finding would the nurse expect to note documented in the record?
1
The nurse of a well-baby clinic prepares to administer an immunization to a child. The mother of the child tells the nurse that the child has had a fever and is taking antibiotics. The nurse takes the child's temperature and notes that it is 101.5° F rectally. The nurse plans to take which action?
1
The nurse provides instructions to the parents of an infant with hip dysplasia regarding care of the Pavlik harness. Which statement, if made by one of the parents, indicates an understanding of the use of the harness?
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The nurse reinforces home-care instructions to the parents of a child with celiac disease. Which food item should the nurse advise the parents to include in the child's diet?
1
The nurse reinforces instructions to parents regarding the methods that will decrease the risk of recurrent otitis media in infants. Which should the nurse include in the instructions?
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The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother of a child who has been hospitalized with croup. Which statement made by the mother would indicate the need for further teaching?
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The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother of a child with croup about the measures to take if an acute spasmodic episode occurs. Which statement by the mother indicates the need for further teaching?
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The nurse reviews the results of a tuberculin skin test performed on a 3-year-old child. The results indicate an area of induration that measures 10 mm. How should the nurse interpret this result?
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The nurse teaches a child with cystic fibrosis how to perform the "huff" maneuver. Which instructions should the nurse tell the child?
1
The nurse working in the day care center is told that a child with autism will be attending the center. The nurse collaborates with the staff of the day care center and assists in planning activities that will meet the child's needs. The nurse understands that the priority consideration in planning activities for the child is to ensure which need is met?
1
The nursing student is asked to discuss the topic of clubfoot at a clinical conference. The student plans to tell the group which fact about clubfoot?
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To ensure a safe environment for a child admitted to the hospital for a craniotomy to remove a brain tumor, the nurse should include which in the plan of care?
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When checking a child's trochlear nerve function, the nurse should perform which data collection technique?
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The nurse is preparing for the admission of an infant with a diagnosis of bronchiolitis caused by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Which interventions should be included in the plan of care? Select all that apply.
1. 2.
The nurse and a mother are discussing care of her child's iron deficiency anemia and the nurse should suggest including which foods in the child's diet that are highest in iron? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 3.
A child is admitted to the hospital with a probable diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome. Which findings should the nurse expect to observe? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 3. 4.
The nurse is reinforcing instructions regarding the prevention of Lyme disease to a group of teenagers going on a hike in a wooded area. Which points should the nurse include in the session? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 3. 4.
The nurse is caring for a 2-year-old child diagnosed with croup. The nurse collects data on the child, knowing that which is characteristic of this illness? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 3. 5.
The nurse in the pediatric clinic is planning care for a 2-month-old client who has been brought to the clinic for a well-child exam and 2-month immunizations. The infant is afebrile and does not exhibit signs of a respiratory infection. The mother tells the nurse that the child developed a rash and difficulty breathing after the mother applied Neosporin ointment to a scrape on the baby's leg. The nurse knows which vaccines are safe to administer to the child? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 3. 5. 6.
The nurse is caring for an infant with a diagnosis of Hirschsprung's disease. The nurse should check for which clinical findings that are consistent with Hirschsprung's disease? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 3. 5. 6.
The nurse is collecting data from a child suspected of having juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Which findings should the nurse expect to note if JIA were present? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 3. 6.
The client presents to the pediatrician's office with a temperature of 103° F for the past 3 days. The nurse also observes conjunctivitis without discharge, cracked lips, enlarged reddened papilla on the tongue, inflamed oropharyngeal membranes, and enlarged nontender lymph nodes. Using situation, background, assessment, and recommendation (SBAR communication), which statements and/or questions should the nurse use in communication with the health care provider regarding this client's condition? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 4. 5.
The nurse is caring for a child with a platelet disorder and should expect which prescriptions from the health care provider? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 5.
Which home care instructions should the nurse plan to reinforce to the mother of a child with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 5.
Which interventions should the nurse include when preparing a plan of care for a child with hepatitis? Select all that apply.
1. 2. 5.
The clinic nurse is reinforcing instructions to an adolescent with type 1 diabetes about administration of insulin. Which statements by the adolescent indicate the need for further teaching? Select all that apply.
1. 3.
The nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching to the parents of an infant diagnosed with tetralogy of Fallot. Which statements made by the parents indicate a need for further teaching? Select all that apply.
1. 3.
The nurse is assisting a school-age client with type 1 diabetes to follow an appropriate diet. Which recommendations should the nurse make for this client? Select all that apply.
1. 3. 4.
The licensed practical nurse (LPN) is assisting in the admission of a child with suspected sickle cell crisis because of which signs/symptoms noted in this client? Select all that apply.
1. 3. 4. 5.
The nurse is assisting in preparing a plan of care for a child who is being admitted to the pediatric unit with a diagnosis of seizures. Which components should be included in the plan of care? Select all that apply.
1. 3. 4. 5.
A 10-month-old child presents to the clinic with irritability, rubbing and pulling at the right ear, and a temperature of 102.4° F. The health care provider diagnoses the child with acute otitis media (OM) of the right ear, prescribes broad-spectrum antibiotics, and provides instructions to the parent, who verbalizes an understanding of the treatment plan. The parent later asks the nurse how to prevent future episodes of OM. Which instructions should the nurse reinforce in parent teaching? Select all that apply.
1. 3. 5.
The nurse is assisting to develop a plan of care for a child who is at risk for seizures. Which interventions apply if the child has a seizure? Select all that apply.
1. 3. 5.
The nurse is caring for a 3-year-old child with suspected bacterial meningitis. Which signs and symptoms should the nurse expect to find during the initial data collection? Select all that apply.
1. 3. 5.
The nurse is reinforcing the teaching of parents of a diabetic child on the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which statements by the parents indicate understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply.
1. 3. 5.
A child with sickle cell anemia is being discharged after treatment for a crisis. Which instructions should the nurse reinforce to prevent another crisis from occurring? Select all that apply.
1. 3. 6.
The nurse should implement which in the care of a child who is having a seizure? Select all that apply.
1. 3. 6.
The nurse is caring for a 4-month-old infant with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Several clients are being admitted to the unit and assignments are being made. The nurse should question being assigned which newly admitted clients? Select all that apply.
1. 4.
The nurse is planning care for a child with type 1 diabetes. Which items should the nurse plan to use to treat an early mild hypoglycemic episode? Select all that apply.
1. 4. 5.
The nurse is reviewing a health care provider's prescription for a child with sickle cell anemia who was admitted to the hospital for the treatment of vaso-occlusive crisis. Which prescriptions documented in the child's record should the nurse question? Select all that apply.
1. 6.
The nurse is attempting to ensure the parent is able to safely administer at home the prescribed ear drops to the 2-year-old client. The parent demonstrates understanding of the teaching by listing the steps of the process in which priority order? Arrange the actions in the order that they should be performed. All options must be used.
1. warm 2. have 3. straighten 4. slowly 5. massage 6. keep
A 1-year-old child with hypospadias is scheduled for surgery to correct this condition. The nurse is asked to assist in preparing a plan of care for this child. During this developmental time period, which factor should the nurse take into account?
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A 13-year-old child is diagnosed with osteogenic sarcoma of the femur. Following a course of chemotherapy, it is decided that leg amputation is necessary. Following the amputation, the child becomes very frightened because of aching and cramping felt in the missing limb. Which statement made by the nurse will best assist in alleviating the child's fear?
2
A 4-year-old child is hospitalized for severe gastroenteritis. The child is crying and clinging to the mother. The mother becomes very upset and is afraid to leave the child. Which nursing intervention would be most appropriate to alleviate the child's fears and the mother's anxiety?
2
A 4-year-old child sustains a fall at home and is brought to the emergency department by the mother. After an x-ray, it is determined that the child has a fractured arm, and a plaster cast is applied. The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother regarding cast care for the child. Which statement by the mother indicates the need for further teaching?
2
A 4-year-old child with acute lymphocytic leukemia has been admitted to the hospital in relapse. The priority concern is infection due to immunosuppression. Which interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
2
A 5-week-old infant is brought to the well-baby clinic by the mother because the mother has noted white patches in the infant's mouth. Following examination, the infant is diagnosed with oral candidiasis (thrush). Nystatin oral suspension is prescribed. The mother is concerned because she is breast-feeding the infant and asks the nurse if breast-feeding can be continued. Which response is appropriate?
2
A health care provider has told the mother of a newborn diagnosed with strabismus that surgery will be necessary to realign the weakened eye muscles. The mother asks the nurse when the surgery might be performed. Which time frame for the surgery should the nurse explain to the mother?
2
A health care provider prescribes "eye patching" for a child with strabismus of the right eye. The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother to use which procedure for eye patching?
2
A health care provider prescribes intravenous potassium for a child with hypertonic dehydration. The nurse assigned to assist in caring for the child should check which highest priority item before administration of the potassium?
2
A male child who had surgery to correct hypospadias is seen in a health care provider's office for a well-baby checkup. The nurse provides instructions to the mother, knowing that which long-term complication is associated with hypospadias?
2
A mother arrives at the clinic with her child. The mother tells the nurse that the child has had a fever and a cough for the past 2 days, and this morning the child began to wheeze. Viral pneumonia is diagnosed. Which component of the treatment plan should the nurse anticipate?
2
A mother brings her 5-month-old daughter into the pediatrician's office with complaints that the child has been vomiting during feedings. The mother also states that the child is sometimes very fussy. Which should be the nurse's initial action?
2
A mother brings her child to the health care clinic because the child has developed lesions located around the mouth and nose, and mild impetigo is diagnosed. The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother regarding care of the child. Which statement by the mother indicates the need for further teaching?
2
A mother of a child with cystic fibrosis asks the clinic nurse about the disease. How should the nurse respond to the mother about the disease?
2
A mother of an infant diagnosed with Hirschsprung's disease asks the nurse about the disorder. The nurse plans to base the response on which information?
2
A nursing student caring for a 6-month-old infant is asked to collect a urine specimen from the infant. The student collects the specimen by performing which action?
2
A nursing student is asked to discuss human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) during a clinical conference. The nursing student should include which correct item in the discussion?
2
A nursing student is asked to discuss sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) at the clinical conference being held at the end of the clinical day. The student plans to include which information in the discussion during the conference?
2
A nursing student is asked to discuss the pathophysiology related to childhood leukemia during a clinical conference and reviews the planned presentation with the nursing instructor. The nursing instructor advises the student to review the disorder before the clinical conference if the student states that which is associated with this type of cancer?
2
A nursing student is caring for a child with increased intracranial pressure. On review of the chart, the student nurse notes that a transtentorial herniation has occurred. A nursing instructor asks the student about this type of herniation. Which statement by the student indicates a need for further research about this condition?
2
A urinalysis has been prescribed for an infant and the nurse plans to collect the specimen. The nurse implements which appropriate method to collect the specimen?
2
An 18-month-old child is being discharged after surgical repair of hypospadias. Which postoperative nursing care measure should the nurse stress to the parents as they prepare to take this child home?
2
The mother of a 5-year-old child brings the child to the emergency department and tells the nurse that the child fell. A fracture is suspected and an x-ray is taken. The results indicate that the child has a comminuted fracture of the right humerus. The mother asks the nurse to describe this type of fracture, and the nurse draws a picture for the mother. Which picture identifies this type of fracture? Refer to figure.
2
The mother of a child arrives at the clinic because the child has been experiencing scratchy, red, and swollen eyes. The nurse notes a discharge from the eyes and a culture is sent to the laboratory for analysis. Chlamydial conjunctivitis is diagnosed. Based on this diagnosis, which should require further investigation?
2
The nurse assists in monitoring for early signs of meningitis in a child and assists with attempting to elicit Kernig's sign. Which is the appropriate procedure to elicit a Kernig's sign?
2
The nurse caring for a child with nephrotic syndrome reviews the medication record. The nurse notes that prazosin hydrochloride (Minipress) is prescribed for the child. The nurse determines that this medication has been prescribed to achieve which result?
2
The nurse checks the vital signs of an infant with a respiratory infection and notes that the respiratory rate is 50 breaths per minute. Which action is appropriate?
2
The nurse collects a urine specimen preoperatively from a child with epispadias who is scheduled for surgical repair. The nurse reviews the child's record for the laboratory results of the urine test and would most likely expect to note which finding?
2
The nurse has reinforced home care instructions to the mother of a child who is being discharged after cardiac surgery. Which statement by the mother indicates the need for further teaching?
2
The nurse is assigned to care for a child admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of suspected bacterial endocarditis. The nurse prepares the child for which diagnostic test that will confirm the diagnosis?
2
The nurse is assigned to care for a child who is suspected of having glomerulonephritis. The nurse reviews the child's record and notes that which finding is associated with the diagnosis of glomerulonephritis?
2
The nurse is assigned to care for a child with a compound (open) fracture of the arm that occurred as a result of a fall. The nurse plans care knowing that this type of fracture involves which specific characteristic?
2
The nurse is assigned to care for a child with a diagnosis of Wilms' tumor. In planning care for the child, the nurse understands that this tumor is which kind of tumor?
2
The nurse is assigned to care for a child with a spica cast. Which action should be avoided when caring for the child?
2
The nurse is assisting in admitting to the hospital a 4-month-old infant with a diagnosis of vomiting and dehydration. The nurse assists in developing a plan of care for the infant and suggests which position for the infant?
2
The nurse is assisting in developing a plan of care for a child who will be returning from the operating room following a tonsillectomy. The nurse plans to place the child in which position on return from the operating room?
2
The nurse is assisting in preparing a plan of care for a child who will be returning from surgery following the application of a hip spica cast. Which would be the priority action in the plan of care for this child on return from the procedure?
2
The nurse is assisting with gathering admission assessment data on a 2-year-old child who has been diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome. The nurse collects data knowing that which is a common characteristic associated with nephrotic syndrome?
2
The nurse is caring for a 9-year-old child with leukemia who is hospitalized for the administration of chemotherapy. The nurse monitors the child for central nervous system (CNS) involvement by checking which response?
2
The nurse is caring for a child following surgical removal of a brain tumor. The nurse is monitoring the child and notes that the pulse rate has increased and the blood pressure has dropped significantly. Bloody drainage also is noted on the posterior dressing. Which is the best nursing action?
2
The nurse is caring for a child with a fracture who is placed in skeletal traction. The nurse monitors for the most serious complication associated with this type of traction by checking for which?
2
The nurse is caring for a child with osteosarcoma following amputation of the left lower limb. The child is continually complaining of aching and cramping in the missing limb. Which action should the nurse take?
2
The nurse is caring for a hospitalized child with a diagnosis of rubella (German measles). The nurse reviews the health care provider's progress notes and reads that the child has developed Forchheimer sign. Based on this documentation, which should the nurse expect to note in the child?
2
The nurse is caring for an 18-month-old child who has been vomiting. The appropriate position to place the child during naps and sleep time is which?
2
The nurse is collecting data on a 12-month-old child with iron deficiency anemia. Which finding should the nurse expect to note in this child?
2
The nurse is initiating seizure precautions for a child being admitted to the nursing unit. Which items are essential for the nurse to place at the bedside?
2
The nurse is monitoring for bleeding in a child after surgery to remove a brain tumor. The nurse checks the head dressing for the presence of blood and notes a colorless drainage on the back of the dressing. Which nursing action is appropriate?
2
The nurse is monitoring for fluid volume deficit in an infant who is vomiting and having diarrhea. The nurse weighs the infant's diaper after each voiding and stool and carefully calculates fluid volume based on which knowledge?
2
The nurse is observing a nursing student preparing to suction a pediatric client through a tracheostomy. The nurse intervenes if the student verbalizes which intention?
2
The nurse is planning care for a hospitalized child with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). The health care provider has prescribed that the 24-hour fluid maintenance for the child weighing 12 kg be at 3/4 of the maintenance. Using the formula shown (refer to figure), which volume of fluid should the nurse plan as the 24-hour maintenance for this child?
2
The nurse is preparing a 2-year-old child with suspected nephrotic syndrome for a renal biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. The mother asks the nurse, "Will my child ever look thin again?" The nurse should respond by giving which statement?
2
The nurse is preparing to care for a child who received an allogenic bone marrow transplant (BMT). The nurse understands that which is the priority concern?
2
The nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions to the mother of a child who had a myringotomy with insertion of tympanostomy tubes. The nurse instructs the mother that if the tubes fall out, she should take which action?
2
The nurse is reinforcing home care instructions to the mother of an infant who has just been found to have hemophilia. The nurse should instruct the mother to do which?
2
The nurse is reinforcing instructions to the mother of an 8-year-old child who had a tonsillectomy. The mother tells the nurse that the child loves tacos and asks when the child can safely eat one. The nurse should make which response to the mother?
2
The nurse is reinforcing instructions to the parents of a child with scoliosis regarding the use of a brace. Which statement by a parent indicates the need for further teaching?
2
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of an infant suspected of having hypertrophic pyloric stenosis. Which acid-base disorder would the nurse expect to note in the infant?
2
The nurse is reviewing the record of a child scheduled for a health care provider's visit. Before data collection, the nurse notes documentation that the child has enuresis. Based on this diagnosis, the nurse plans to focus on which factor when collecting data?
2
The nurse is reviewing the record of a child with a diagnosis of pyloric stenosis. Which data should the nurse expect to note as having been documented in the child's record?
2
The nurse is teaching first aid measures to a group of adolescents about appropriate treatment for burns. The nurse should anticipate the need for further teaching when one of the adolescents makes which statement?
2
The nurse obtains a health history from a mother of a 15-month-old child before administering a measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. Which is essential information to obtain before the administration of this vaccine?
2
The nurse prepares to administer a pancreatic enzyme powder to the child with cystic fibrosis (CF). Which food item should the nurse mix with the medication?
2
The nurse provides instructions to the mother of an infant with cleft palate regarding feeding. Which statement by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
2
The nurse reinforces home care instructions to the parents of an infant following surgical intervention for imperforate anus and tells the parents about the procedure for anal dilation. Which statement by the parents indicates the need for further teaching?
2
The nurse reinforces home-care instructions to the parents of a child with hepatitis regarding the care of the child and the prevention of the transmission of the virus. Which statement by a parent indicates a need for further teaching?
2
The nurse reinforces instructions to the parents of a child with leukemia regarding measures related to monitoring for infection. Which statement by the parents indicates the need for further teaching?
2
The nurse should anticipate that which medication is the most likely to be prescribed prophylactically for a child with spina bifida (myelomeningocele) who has a neurogenic bladder?
2
The nurse should place the child who had a tonsillectomy in which position?
2
The nursing instructor asks a student nurse to describe osteogenic sarcoma. Which statement by the student indicates the need to further research the disease?
2
The nursing instructor assigns a student nurse to present a clinical conference to the student group about brain tumors in children. The student prepares for the conference and plans to include which information in the presentation?
2
The nursing student is presenting a clinical conference and discusses the causative factors related to beta-thalassemia. Which group is at greatest risk of developing this disorder?
2
The school nurse is visiting a kindergarten classroom to teach the students the importance of hand washing. During the teaching session the nurse notes that one girl is scratching her head. On inspection, the nurse determines that the child has pediculosis capitis. When reinforcing instructions to the mother about care of this condition, which statement by the mother indicates that she needs further teaching regarding this condition?
2
A 1-year-old child is admitted to the hospital for control of tonic-clonic seizures. The nurse should perform which actions in order to protect the child from injury? Select all that apply.
2. 3.
The nurse is providing discharge teaching regarding skin care to a new mother of a 2-day-old infant. Which statements by the mother demonstrate an understanding of how to care for the infant's skin? Select all that apply.
2. 3.
The nurse is planning care for a pediatric client experiencing thyrotoxicosis (thyroid storm). Which prescribed medications should the nurse plan to administer? Select all that apply.
2. 3. 4.
The nurse is assigned to care for a child who is scheduled for an appendectomy. Which prescriptions does the nurse anticipate to be prescribed? Select all that apply.
2. 3. 4. 5.
Which criterion does the nurse determine is a characteristic of scabies? Select all that apply.
2. 3. 4. 6.
A 6-year-old child with leukemia is hospitalized and is receiving combination chemotherapy. Laboratory results indicate that the child is neutropenic, and the nurse prepares to implement protective isolation procedures. Which interventions should the nurse initiate? Select all that apply.
2. 3. 5.
The nurse is planning education for the parent whose child has recently been prescribed cromolyn sodium (Intal) as a part of the treatment plan for asthma. Which information should the nurse reinforce in the teaching? Select all that apply.
2. 3. 5.
The nurse is caring for a mother and her infant who was born 12 hours ago. Which statements made by the mother should prompt the nurse to have the baby evaluated for early heart failure? Select all that apply.
2. 4. 5
A 10-year-old child in remission from leukemia is upset over the appearance of cushingoid characteristics from long-term use of corticosteroids that are currently being administered every other day. Which therapeutic statements should the nurse make to the child about the cushingoid appearance? Select all that apply.
2. 4. 5.
The nurse is reinforcing the teaching to parents of a diabetic child about the signs/symptoms of hypoglycemia. Which signs/symptoms should the nurse include when reinforcing the teaching? Select all that apply.
2. 4. 5.
The nurse, reinforcing home care instructions, prepares a list for the parents of a child who has a plaster cast applied to the left forearm. Which instructions should be included on the list? Select all that apply.
2. 5. 6.
The parents of a child with sickle cell disease are both carriers of the gene and ask the nurse how likely it is that they will have another biological child with the disease. What is the correct percent? Fill in the blank.
25
A 1-year-old child is diagnosed with intussusception. The mother of the child asks the nurse to describe the disorder. The nurse should base the response on which description of this disorder?
3
A 10-year-old child with asthma is treated for acute exacerbation. Which finding would indicate that the condition is worsening?
3
A 12-year-old child is seen in the clinic, and a diagnosis of Hodgkin's disease is suspected. Several diagnostic studies are performed to determine the presence of this disease. When evaluating the diagnostic results, the nurse should expect to note which evidence if this child has Hodgkin's disease?
3
A 2-year-old child is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome. In planning care for this child, which nursing intervention should be of highest priority?
3
A 2-year-old child is diagnosed with constipation due to encopresis. Which description is a characteristic of this disorder?
3
A 4-year-old child is admitted to the hospital with suspected acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). The nurse understands that which diagnostic study should confirm this diagnosis?
3
A 4-year-old child is diagnosed with otitis media, and the mother asks the nurse about the causes of this illness. The nurse responds, knowing that which is an unassociated risk factor related to otitis media?
3
A 6-month-old infant receives a diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis (DTap) immunization at the well-baby clinic. The mother returns home and calls the clinic to report that the infant has developed swelling and redness at the site of injection. Which instruction by the nurse is appropriate?
3
A 6-month-old infant receives a diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTaP) immunization at the well-baby clinic. The mother returns home and calls the clinic to report that the infant has developed swelling and redness at the site of injection. Which is the appropriate response by the nurse?
3
A camp nurse is reinforcing instructions to the parents of the children who are attending a daytime camp for the summer. The nurse instructs the parents to check their child daily for the presence of tick bites and tells the parents that if a tick is found to do which action first?
3
A child is admitted to the hospital, and a diagnosis of bacterial meningitis is suspected. A lumbar puncture is performed, and the results reveal cloudy cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) with high protein and low glucose levels. The nurse determines that these results are indicative of which finding?
3
A child is admitted to the pediatric unit with a diagnosis of coarctation of the aorta (COA). The health care provider prescribes that the child's blood pressure be taken every 4 hours in the legs and arms. The nurse should expect which blood pressure readings in the child's legs and arms?
3
A child is brought to the emergency department, and a fracture of the left lower arm is suspected. The mother states that the child was rollerblading and attempted to break a fall with an outstretched arm. The child receives diagnostic x-rays, from which it has been determined that a fracture is present. A plaster of Paris cast is applied to the arm, and the nurse reinforces instructions to the mother regarding cast care at home. Which instructions should the nurse provide to the mother?
3
A child is scheduled to receive a measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. The nurse, preparing to administer the vaccine, reviews the child's record. Which finding should make the nurse question the health care provider's prescription?
3
A child suspected of sickle cell disease is seen in the clinic, and laboratory studies are performed. The nurse reviews the results of the laboratory studies and expects to note which characteristic of this disease?
3
A child with a brain tumor returns from the recovery room following "debulking" of the tumor. The nurse assigned to care for the child monitors the child for brainstem involvement. Which sign would indicate that brainstem involvement occurred during the surgical procedure?
3
A child with a diagnosis of a hernia has been scheduled for a surgical repair in 2 weeks. The nurse reinforces instructions to the parents about the signs of possible hernial strangulation. The nurse tells the parents that which manifestation requires health care provider (HCP) notification by the parents?
3
A child with croup is placed in a cool-mist tent. The mother becomes concerned because the child is frightened, consistently crying, and tries to climb out of the tent. Which is the appropriate nursing action?
3
A client has been prescribed valproic acid (Depakene) for the treatment of generalized seizures, and the nurse reinforces instructions to the child about the potential side effects of the medication. Which statement by the client would indicate a need for further teaching?
3
A hospitalized 2-year-old child with croup is receiving corticosteroid therapy. The mother asks the nurse why the health care provider did not prescribe antibiotics. The nurse makes which response to the mother?
3
A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is assigned to assist in caring for a hospitalized child who is receiving a continuous infusion of intravenous (IV) potassium for the treatment of dehydration. The LPN monitors the child closely and notifies the registered nurse if which finding is noted?
3
A mother brings her 15-month-old child to the health care provider's office with complaints that the child has suddenly developed a bright red rash on her cheeks. She has no other symptoms and has been playing and eating as usual. Based on the appearance of the child, the nurse might suspect that the child has which communicable disease?
3
A mother of a 6-year-old child with type 1 diabetes mellitus calls the clinic nurse and tells the nurse that the child has been sick. The mother reports that she checked the child's urine and it showed positive ketones. Which should the nurse instruct the mother to do?
3
A mother of a child being treated for right lower lobe pneumonia at home calls the clinic nurse. The mother tells the nurse that the child has discomfort on the right side and that the acetaminophen (Tylenol) is not very effective. Which is the best suggestion by the nurse?
3
A mother of a child who underwent a myringotomy with insertion of tympanostomy tubes calls the nurse and reports that the child is complaining of discomfort. Which should the nurse instruct the mother to do?
3
A nursing student is asked to discuss juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) at a clinical conference scheduled for the end of the clinical day. Which statement by the nursing student indicates the need for further research of this disorder?
3
A school nurse is preparing a physical education plan for a child with Down syndrome. Before preparing the plan, the nurse obtains which copy of an x-ray report?
3
An adolescent client with type 1 diabetes is experiencing high glucose levels upon awakening in the morning. After reviewing the client's chart, the nurse determines that the elevated glucose level in the morning is due to the Somogyi effect. Which finding should lead the nurse to this conclusion? Refer to chart.
3
An adolescent with diabetes mellitus becomes flushed and complains of hunger and dizziness. A blood glucose level is drawn, and the results indicate a glucose level of 60 mg/dL. Which is the appropriate intervention?
3
An adolescent with type 1 diabetes mellitus will become a member of the school's football cheerleader team. The adolescent excitedly reports to the school nurse to obtain information regarding adjustments needed in the treatment plan for the diabetes. The school nurse should instruct the adolescent to take which action?
3
An infant is suspected to be human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive, and the nurse provides information to the parents about the care of their infant. Which indicates to the nurse that the parents need further teaching about the care of their HIV-positive infant?
3
An infant returns to the nursing unit after the surgical repair of a cleft lip located on the right side of the lip. The best position to place this infant at this time is which?
3
Following a tonsillectomy, which of the health care provider's prescriptions should the nurse question?
3
Griseofulvin (Gris-PEG) is prescribed for a child with tinea capitis. The nurse reinforces instructions to the family regarding administration of the medication. Which statement by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
3
Laboratory studies are performed on a child suspected of iron deficiency anemia. The nurse reviews the laboratory results, knowing that which finding indicates this type of anemia?
3
Several children have contracted measles (rubeola) in a local school, and the nurse provides information to the mothers of the children about this communicable disease. Which statement by a mother indicates a need for further teaching?
3
The child with cryptorchidism is being discharged after orchiopexy, which was performed on an outpatient basis. The nurse should reinforce instructions to the parents about which priority care measure?
3
The day care nurse is observing a 2-year-old child and suspects that the child may have strabismus. Which observation may be indicative of this condition?
3
The mother of a child who had a myringotomy with insertion of tympanostomy tubes calls the nurse and tells the nurse that the "tubes" fell out. The nurse should make which response to the mother?
3
The mother of a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis calls the nurse because the child is experiencing a painful exacerbation of the disease. The mother asks the nurse if the child should perform range-of-motion (ROM) exercises at this time. The nurse should make which response to the mother?
3
The nurse assigned to care for a child with mumps is monitoring the child for the signs and symptoms associated with the common complication of mumps. The nurse monitors for which sign/symptom that is indicative of this common complication?
3
The nurse assists in developing a plan of care for the child with meningitis. Which should be the priority client problem for a child with a meningitis diagnosis?
3
The nurse assists in preparing a plan of care for the infant with bladder exstrophy. The nurse identifies which immediate problem as the priority for the infant?
3
The nurse assists to prepare a teaching plan regarding the administration of eardrops for the parents of a 2-year-old child. Which should be included in the plan?
3
The nurse assists with admitting a child with a diagnosis of acute-stage Kawasaki disease. When obtaining the child's medical history, which manifestation is likely to be noted?
3
The nurse assists with providing an instructional session to parents regarding impetigo. Which statement by a parent indicates the need for further teaching?
3
The nurse caring for an infant with congenital heart disease is monitoring the infant closely for signs of heart failure (HF). The nurse should observe for which early sign of HF?
3
The nurse determines that an adolescent client with diabetes mellitus needs further teaching about glycosylated hemoglobin levels and their purpose if the client made which statement when told that a level will be drawn?
3
The nurse is caring for a hospitalized infant with a diagnosis of bronchiolitis. The nurse places the infant in which position?
4
The nurse employed in an emergency department is instructed to monitor a child diagnosed with epiglottitis. The nurse notes that the child is leaning forward with the chin thrust out. The nurse interprets this observation as indicating which finding?
3
The nurse has provided instructions to the mother of a child who has been diagnosed with bacterial conjunctivitis. Which statement by the mother would indicate the need for further teaching?
3
The nurse has reinforced dietary instructions to the mother of a child with celiac disease. The nurse determines that further teaching is needed if the mother states that she will include which item in the child's nutritional plan?
3
The nurse has reinforced discharge instructions to the mother of an 18-month-old child following surgical repair of hypospadias. Which statement by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
3
The nurse in a health care provider's office receives a telephone call from the mother of a child who tells the nurse that the child was just stung by a bee. The mother asks the nurse for instructions regarding removal of the stinger. Which instruction should the nurse reinforce to the mother?
3
The nurse is administering medications to a 6-year-old child with nephrotic syndrome. To reduce proteinuria, the nurse would expect which medication to be prescribed?
3
The nurse is asked to prepare for the admission of a child to the pediatric unit with a diagnosis of Wilms' tumor. The nurse assists in developing a plan of care for the child and suggests including which intervention in the plan of care?
3
The nurse is assessing a pediatric client with a diagnosis of retinoblastoma. The nurse assesses for which most common clinical finding for a child with this diagnosis?
3
The nurse is assigned to assist in caring for a newborn with a colostomy that was created during surgical intervention for imperforate anus. When the newborn returns from surgery, the nurse checks the stoma and notes that it is red and edematous. Which is the appropriate nursing intervention?
3
The nurse is assigned to care for a child after a spinal fusion for the treatment of scoliosis. The child complains of abdominal discomfort and begins to have episodes of vomiting. On data collection, the nurse notes abdominal distention. Which action should the nurse take?
3
The nurse is assigned to care for a child who is in skeletal traction. The nurse needs to avoid which action when caring for the child?
3
The nurse is assigned to care for an infant with a diagnosis of tricuspid atresia. The nurse plans care, knowing which is true regarding this diagnosis?
3
The nurse is assigned to care for an infant with cryptorchidism. The nurse anticipates that diagnostic studies will be prescribed to evaluate which?
3
The nurse is assigned to care for an infant with tetralogy of Fallot. The mother of the infant calls the nurse to the room because the infant suddenly seems to be having difficulty breathing. The nurse enters the room and notes that the infant is experiencing a hypercyanotic episode. Which action should the nurse take?
3
The nurse is assisting in developing a plan of care for a child admitted with a diagnosis of Kawasaki disease. In developing the initial plan of care, the nurse suggests that the child should be monitored for which signs?
3
The nurse is caring for a child who was burned in a house fire. The nurse assists in developing a plan of care for monitoring the child during the treatment for burn shock. The nurse identifies which assessment as providing the most accurate guide to determine the adequacy of fluid resuscitation?
3
The nurse is caring for a child with a diagnosis of Kawasaki disease. The mother of the child asks the nurse about the disorder. Which statement most accurately describes Kawasaki disease?
3
The nurse is caring for a child with a suspected diagnosis of rheumatic fever (RF). The nurse reviews the laboratory results. Which laboratory study should assist in confirming the diagnosis of RF?
3
The nurse is caring for a hospitalized infant with bronchiolitis. Diagnostic tests have confirmed respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). On the basis of this finding, which should be the appropriate nursing action?
3
The nurse is caring for a newborn with a diagnosis of spina bifida (myelomeningocele). Which should the nurse perform to monitor for a major symptom of this condition?
3
The nurse is caring for a pediatric client in skin traction. To prevent skin breakdown, which nursing intervention for this child is best?
3
The nurse is collecting data on a child recently diagnosed with glomerulonephritis. Which question to the mother should elicit information about the cause of this disease?
3
The nurse is developing goals for a school-age child with a knowledge deficit related to the use of inhalers and peak flow meters. The nurse identifies which goal as appropriate for this child?
3
The nurse is monitoring a newborn with a suspected diagnosis of imperforate anus. The nurse understands that which is unassociated with this disorder?
3
The nurse is monitoring an infant for signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) and notes that the anterior fontanel bulges when the infant is sleeping. Based on this finding, which is the priority nursing action?
3
The nurse is performing a neurovascular check on a hospitalized child who had a cast applied to the lower leg. The child complains of tingling in the toes distal to the fracture site. Which action should the nurse take?
3
The nurse is preparing to administer a measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine to a 15-month-old child. Before administering the vaccine, which question should the nurse ask the mother of the child?
3
The nurse is preparing to feed a 1-year-old hospitalized child. The nurse prepares the amount of formula to be given to this child, knowing that generally a 1-year-old consumes approximately which amount?
3
The nurse is providing information to the mother of a child with nephrotic syndrome regarding the edematous appearance of the child. Which statement should the nurse make to the mother?
3
The nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions to the mother of a 2-year-old child who has had an orchiopexy to correct cryptorchidism. Which statement by the mother indicates that further teaching is needed?
3
The nurse is reinforcing home care instructions to the mother of a child diagnosed with pneumonia. Which statement by the mother indicates the need for further teaching?
3
The nurse is reinforcing home care instructions to the mother of a child with bacterial conjunctivitis. Which instruction should the nurse give the mother?
3
The nurse is reinforcing home care instructions to the mother of a child with hemophilia. Which activity should the nurse suggest that the child can safely participate in with peers?
3
The nurse is reinforcing instructions to a mother of a child with atopic dermatitis (eczema) regarding the application of topical cortisone cream to the affected skin sites. Which statement made by the mother indicates an understanding of the use of this medication?
3
The nurse is reinforcing instructions to the parents of a child with a hernia regarding measures that will promote reducing the hernia. The nurse determines that the parents understand these measures if they make which statement?
3
The nurse is reinforcing instructions to the parents of an infant with a ventriculoperitoneal shunt. The nurse plans to include which instruction?
3
The nurse is reviewing the health record of a child with a diagnosis of celiac disease. Which clinical manifestation should the nurse expect to note documented in the health record?
3
The nurse is reviewing the health record of an infant with a diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux. Which signs/symptoms of this disorder should the nurse expect to note documented in the record?
3
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a child scheduled for tonsillectomy. Which laboratory value would be significant to review?
3
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a child with aplastic anemia and notes that the white blood cell (WBC) count is 2000 cells/mm3, and the platelet count is 150,000 cells/mm3. Which nursing intervention should the nurse incorporate into the plan of care?
3
The nurse is reviewing the record of a child with increased intracranial pressure and notes that the child has exhibited signs of decerebrate posturing. On data collection of the child, the nurse expects to note which characteristic of this type of posturing?
3
The nurse is working in the emergency department and is caring for a child who has been diagnosed with epiglottitis. Which is an indication that the child may be experiencing airway obstruction?
3
The nurse prepares to administer a measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine to a 5-year-old child. How should the nurse plan to administer the vaccine?
3
The nurse provides information to the mother of a 2-week-old infant who was diagnosed with clubfoot at the time of birth. Which statement by the mother indicates the need for further teaching regarding this disorder?
3
The nurse provides instructions to the parents of an infant with gastroesophageal reflux (GER) regarding proper positioning to manage reflux. The nurse should tell the parents that the infant should be maintained in which position?
3
The nurse reinforces home care instructions to a client with sickle cell anemia. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
3
The nurse reinforces home care instructions to the parents of a child hospitalized with pertussis. The child is in the convalescent stage and is being prepared for discharge. Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?
3
The nurse reinforces instructions regarding respiratory precautions to the mother of a child with mumps. The mother asks the nurse about the length of time required for the respiratory precautions. The nurse should base the response on which information about mumps?
3
The nurse reinforces instructions regarding the use of permethrin 1% (Nix) to the parents of a child who has been diagnosed with pediculosis capitis (head lice). Which statement by a parent indicates the need for further teaching?
3
The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother about dietary measures for a 5-year-old child with lactose intolerance. The nurse should tell the mother that which supplement will be required as a result of the need to avoid lactose in the diet?
3
The nurse reviews the record of a child who was just seen by a health care provider (HCP). The HCP has documented a diagnosis of suspected aortic stenosis. Which specific sign/symptom of aortic stenosis should the nurse anticipate?
3
The nurse reviews the record of an infant who is seen in the clinic. The nurse notes that a diagnosis of esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is suspected. The nurse expects to note which most likely manifestation of this condition in the medical record?
3
The nurse, caring for a child with aplastic anemia, is reviewing the laboratory results and notes a white blood cell (WBC) count of 6000 cells/mm3 and a platelet count of 20,000 cells/mm3. Which nursing intervention should be incorporated into the plan of care?
3
The nursing instructor asks a nursing student about the cause of hemophilia. The student correctly responds by telling the instructor which fact about hemophilia?
3
The nursing instructor asks the nursing student to plan and conduct a clinical conference on phenylketonuria (PKU). The student researches the topic and plans to include which information in the conference?
3
When checking a child's glossopharyngeal nerve function, the nurse should perform which data collection technique?
3
When reinforcing instructions to the caregiver of a child about cast care, the nurse anticipates the need for further teaching when the caregiver makes which statement?
3
Which finding would indicate that a child had a tonic-clonic seizure during the night?
3
Which represents a primary characteristic of an autism spectrum disorder?
3
A nursing student is preparing a clinical conference, and the topic of the discussion is caring for the child with cystic fibrosis (CF). The student prepares a handout for the group and lists which on the handout? Select all that apply.
3. 4. 5.
The nurse is caring for a child who returned from tonsillectomy surgery 30 minutes ago and enters the room for routine monitoring to see the child repeatedly and rapidly swallowing. Using the SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) technique, which statements and/or questions should the nurse include in the conversation with the health care provider? Select all that apply.
3. 4. 5. 6.
The 16-year-old client presents to the dermatology clinic with a diagnosis of acne vulgaris. The client says to the nurse, "I don't know what else to do! I wash my face twice a day. I wear noncomedogenic makeup. I shower after I work out. I guess I'm just going to have acne on my face forever." Which responses by the nurse would be most appropriate? Select all that apply.
3. 5.
Which interventions should the nurse implement for a child older than 2 years of age with type 1 diabetes mellitus who has a blood glucose level of 60 mg/dL? Select all that apply.
3. 6.
A 1-year-old child is seen in the health care provider's office with complaints of an elevated temperature that began the previous evening. When gathering subjective data from the mother, the nurse notices that which sign/symptom would most likely indicate the child has acute otitis media?
4
A 3-year-old child is brought to the emergency department. The mother states that the child has had flulike symptoms with vomiting and diarrhea for the past 2 days. On data collection the nurse finds that the child's heart rate is slightly elevated and the blood pressure is normal. The child is irritable and crying only a few tears. The mother states that the child's weight before the illness was 33 pounds. The nurse finds the current weight to be 31 pounds. The nurse correctly interprets this as which level of dehydration?
4
A 3-year-old child is seen in the health care clinic, and a diagnosis of encopresis is made. The nurse reviews the record, expecting to note which sign as evidence of this disorder?
4
A child has a basilar skull fracture. Which health care provider's prescription should the nurse question?
4
A child is brought to a clinic after developing a rash on the trunk and on the scalp. The parents report that the child has had a low-grade fever, has not felt like eating, and has been generally tired. The child is diagnosed with chickenpox. Which statement by the nurse is accurate regarding chickenpox?
4
A child is diagnosed with Reye's syndrome. The nurse assists to develop a nursing care plan for the child and should include which intervention in the plan?
4
A child is diagnosed with infectious mononucleosis. The nurse reinforces home care instructions to the parents about the care of the child. Which instruction should the nurse provide to the parents?
4
A child is diagnosed with intussusception. The nurse collects data on the child, knowing that which is a characteristic of this disorder?
4
A child is hospitalized with Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF). The health record reveals documentation that the child was bitten by a tick 2 weeks ago. The child presents with complaints of headache, fever, and anorexia, and the nurse notes a rash on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The nurse reviews the health care provider's prescriptions and anticipates that which medication should be prescribed?
4
A child is scheduled for a tonsillectomy in the day-stay surgical unit. On the day following surgery, the mother calls the surgical unit and expresses concern because the child has a very bad mouth odor. The nurse should make which response to the mother?
4
A child is scheduled for a tonsillectomy. Which should present the highest risk of aspiration during surgery?
4
A child is seen in the clinic, and the primary health care provider documents a diagnosis of primary nocturnal enuresis. The mother asks the nurse about the diagnosis. Which should the nurse relay to the mother about primary nocturnal enuresis?
4
A child is seen in the health care clinic and received an immunization of DPT (diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus vaccine). One hour later, the mother calls the clinic and tells the nurse that the injection site is painful and red. Which instructions should the nurse reinforce to the mother?
4
A child is to be admitted to the orthopedic unit following a Harrington rod insertion for the treatment of scoliosis. The nurse is assisting in preparing a plan of care for the child. The nurse plans to monitor which priority item in the immediate postoperative period?
4
A child suspected of having sickle cell disease (SCD) is seen in a clinic, and laboratory studies are performed. Which laboratory value is likely to be increased in sickle cell disease?
4
A child with a diagnosis of pertussis (whooping cough) is being admitted to the pediatric unit. As soon as the child arrives in the unit, which action should the nurse do first?
4
A child with a fractured femur is placed in Buck's skin traction, and the nurse is planning care for the client. Which information about this type of traction is correct?
4
A child with diabetes mellitus is brought to the emergency department by her mother, who states that her daughter has been complaining of abdominal pain and has a fruity odor on the breath. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is diagnosed. The nurse assisting with care for the child checks the intravenous (IV) and medication supply area for what?
4
A corticosteroid cream is prescribed by a health care provider for a child with atopic dermatitis (eczema). The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother regarding how to apply the cream. Which instruction is appropriate?
4
A diagnostic workup is performed on a 1-year-old child suspected of a diagnosis of neuroblastoma. Which finding specifically associated with this type of tumor would the nurse expect to find documented in the child's record?
4
A health care provider has prescribed oxygen as needed for a 10-month-old infant with heart failure (HF). In which situation should the nurse administer the oxygen to the child?
4
A mother brings her child to the clinic because the child has developed a rash on the trunk and scalp. The child is diagnosed with varicella. What will the nurse tell the mother about the infectious period?
4
A mother of a child brings the child to a clinic and reports that the child has a fever and has developed a rash on the neck and trunk. Roseola infantum is diagnosed, and the mother is concerned that her other children will contract the disease. Which instruction should the nurse reinforce to the mother to prevent the transmission of the disease?
4
A mother of a child with cystic fibrosis asks the nurse when the postural drainage should be performed. The mother states that the child eats meals at 8:00 am, 12 noon, and at 6:00 pm. What times should the nurse tell the mother to perform postural drainage?
4
A mother with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection brings her 10-month-old infant to the clinic for a routine checkup. A health care provider has documented that the infant is asymptomatic for HIV infection. After the checkup, the mother tells the nurse that she is so pleased that the infant will not get HIV. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
4
A nursing instructor asks a nursing student about the use of bacillus Calmette-Guerin vaccine (BCG). Which response made by the nursing student is correct?
4
A nursing instructor is observing a nursing student caring for an infant with a diagnosis of bladder exstrophy. The nursing student provides appropriate care to the infant by performing which action?
4
A nursing student is assigned to help administer immunizations to children in a clinic. The nursing instructor asks the student about the contraindications to receiving an immunization. Immunization is contraindicated in the presence of which condition?
4
A nursing student is preparing to conduct a clinical conference, and the topic is hepatitis in children. The nursing instructor advises the student to further research the topic if the student plans to include which information in the discussion?
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A preliminary diagnosis is made for a child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). In reviewing the complete blood cell count (CBC) of the child, the nurse should expect to find which?
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A preschool child who was admitted to the hospital for a minor surgery develops a rash on the second day after hospitalization and is diagnosed with chicken pox (varicella). The nurse should take which action to provide safety for all children on the unit?
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A sweat test is performed on a child with a suspected diagnosis of cystic fibrosis (CF). Which test result is suggestive of cystic fibrosis and should require further assessment and investigation?
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Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) is prescribed for a child with rheumatic fever (RF). The nurse should question this prescription if the child had documented evidence of which condition?
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An 8-year-old boy is being treated with percussion treatments for cystic fibrosis. Which indicates that the treatment is effective?
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An adolescent is seen in the emergency department following an athletic injury, and it is suspected that the child sprained an ankle. X-rays are taken, and a fracture has been ruled out. The nurse reinforces instructions to the adolescent regarding home care for treatment of the sprain and provides the adolescent with which information?
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An adolescent is seen in the health care clinic with complaints of chronic fatigue. On physical examination, the nurse notes that the adolescent has swollen lymph nodes. A laboratory test is performed, and the results indicate the presence of Epstein-Barr virus (mononucleosis). The nurse calls the mother of the adolescent to inform the mother of the test results and reinforces instructions regarding the care of the adolescent. Which statement by the mother indicates an understanding of the care measures?
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An infant is seen in a clinic and is diagnosed with unilateral hip dysplasia. Which finding is associated with this condition?
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Permethrin (Elimite) is prescribed for a 4-year-old child with a diagnosis of scabies. The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother regarding the use of this treatment. Which instruction is appropriate?
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Prostaglandin E1 is prescribed for a child with transposition of the great arteries. The mother of the child asks the nurse why the child needs the medication. The nurse correctly responds that which is the purpose of this medication?
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Several children have contracted rubeola (measles) in a local school, and the school nurse conducts a teaching session for the parents of the school-children. Which statement, if made by a parent, indicates a need for further teaching regarding this communicable disease?
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The health care provider prescribes laboratory studies for an infant of a woman positive for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) to determine the presence of HIV antigen in the infant. The nurse anticipates that which laboratory study will be prescribed for the infant?
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The nurse assists with preparing a nursing care plan for a child who has Reye's syndrome. Which is the priority nursing intervention?
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The nurse caring for an infant with bronchiolitis is monitoring for signs of dehydration. The nurse monitors which method as reliable for determining fluid loss?
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The nurse determines that a child with type 1 diabetes mellitus is having a hypoglycemic reaction. Which supplement should the nurse give the child to treat the reaction?
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The nurse in a newborn nursery is told that a newborn with spina bifida (myelomeningocele type) will be transported from the delivery room. The nurse is asked to prepare for the arrival of the newborn. The nurse places which priority item at the newborn's bedside?
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The nurse is assigned to care for a 2-year-old child who has been admitted to the hospital for surgical correction of cryptorchidism. What is the highest priority in the postoperative plan of care for this child?
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The nurse is assisting a health care provider (HCP) during the examination of an infant with hip dysplasia. The HCP performs the Ortolani maneuver. Which best describes the reason for performing the Ortolani maneuver?
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The nurse is assisting a health care provider with an assessment of a child with a diagnosis of suspected appendicitis. In assessing the intensity and progression of the pain, the health care provider palpates the child at McBurney's point. The nurse understands that McBurney's point is located midway between which body landmarks?
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The nurse is assisting in preparing a plan of care for a 4-year-old child hospitalized with nephrotic syndrome. Which intervention is most appropriate for this child?
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The nurse is assisting with data collection from an infant who has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus. If the infant's level of consciousness diminishes, which is a priority intervention?
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The nurse is caring for a child recently diagnosed with cerebral palsy. The parents of the child ask the nurse about the disorder. The nurse bases the response to the parents on the understanding that cerebral palsy is best described by which statement?
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The nurse is caring for a child who sustained a head injury in an automobile accident and is monitoring the child for signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP). The nurse plans to monitor for an early sign of increased ICP by checking for which sign?
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The nurse is caring for a child with a diagnosis of intussusception. Which manifestation should the nurse expect to note in this child?
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The nurse is caring for a newborn diagnosed with Down syndrome. The parents are asking questions about the disorder. The nurse should provide which information when discussing Down syndrome?
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The nurse is caring for a newborn with spina bifida (myelomeningocele type) who is scheduled for the removal of the gibbus (sac on the back filled with cerebrospinal fluid, meninges, and some of the spinal cord). Which is the priority nursing action in the preoperative period?
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The nurse is caring for an infant who has been diagnosed with primary hypothyroidism. The nurse is reviewing the results of the laboratory tests and should expect to note which finding?
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The nurse is caring for an infant with congenital heart disease. Which signs, if noted in the infant, should alert the nurse to the early development of heart failure (HF)?
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The nurse is collecting data about a child who has been admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of seizures. Which action would best assist in determining the causes of the seizure?
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The nurse is collecting data on a child with a diagnosis of rheumatic fever. Which question should the nurse initially ask the mother of the child?
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The nurse is collecting data on an infant with a diagnosis of suspected Hirschsprung's disease. Which question to the mother will most specifically elicit information regarding this disorder?
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The nurse is evaluating the parent's understanding of discharge care regarding the functioning of the infant's ventricular peritoneal shunt. Which statement by a parent indicates an understanding of the shunt complications?
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The nurse is instructing the mother of a child with cystic fibrosis (CF) about the appropriate dietary measures. Which meal best illustrates the most appropriate diet for a client with cystic fibrosis?
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The nurse is monitoring a child with a cast on the forearm for signs of compartment syndrome. The nurse understands that which data collection technique is unlikely to provide information about this complication?
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The nurse is monitoring the daily weight of an infant with heart failure (HF). Which finding alerts the nurse to suspect fluid accumulation and thus the need to notify the registered nurse?
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The nurse is preparing to care for a child with a head injury. On review of the records, the nurse notes that the health care provider has documented decorticate posturing. The nurse plans care, knowing that this type of posturing indicates which finding?
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The nurse is preparing to perform a neurovascular check for tissue perfusion in the child with an arm cast. Which is the priority when performing this procedure?
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The nurse is providing information to the family of a child about a synthetic cast that has been applied to the child for the treatment of a clubfoot. Which information should the nurse provide to the mother?
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The nurse is providing instructions to a child with cystic fibrosis regarding how to perform the "huff" maneuver. The child asks the nurse about the purpose of this type of breathing. Which nursing response is appropriate?
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The nurse is reinforcing dietary instructions to the mother of a child with celiac disease. Which statement by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
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The nurse is reinforcing information to parents regarding the signs of meningitis. The nurse informs the parents that which are the primary signs/symptoms of meningitis?
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The nurse is reinforcing instructions to an adolescent with type 1 diabetes mellitus regarding insulin administration and rotation sites. Which statement made by the adolescent would indicate an understanding of the instructions?
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The nurse is reinforcing instructions to the mother of a child with cystic fibrosis regarding the immunization schedule for the child. Which statement should the nurse make to the mother?
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The nurse is reinforcing instructions to the mother of a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis regarding measures to take if a painful exacerbation of the disease occurs. Which statement by the mother indicates the need for further teaching?
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The nurse is reinforcing instructions to the mother of a preschool child who was recently diagnosed with pediculosis capitis (head lice). Which item should be included in discussions to prevent a reinfestation?
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The nurse is reviewing a chart of a child with a head injury. The nurse notices that the level of consciousness has been documented as obtunded. Which observation should the nurse expect to make during data collection of the child?
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The nurse is reviewing the health care record of an infant suspected of having unilateral hip dysplasia. Which finding should the nurse expect to note documented in the infant's record regarding this condition?
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The nurse is reviewing the health record of a 14-year-old child who is suspected of having Hodgkin's disease. Which is the primary characteristic of this disease?
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The nurse is reviewing the health record of a child who has been recently diagnosed with glomerulonephritis. Which finding noted in the child's record is associated with the diagnosis of glomerulonephritis?
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The nurse is told that a child with rheumatic fever (RF) will be arriving to the nursing unit for admission. Which question should the nurse ask the family to elicit information specific to the development of RF?
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The nurse provides feeding instructions to a mother of an infant diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux (GER). To assist in reducing the episodes of emesis, which instruction should the nurse provide the mother?
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The nurse provides home care instructions to the parents of a child with heart failure regarding the procedure for the administration of digoxin (Lanoxin). Which statement by a parent indicates the need for further teaching?
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The nurse provides instructions to the mother of a child with impetigo regarding the application of antibiotic ointment. The mother asks the nurse when the child can return to school. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
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The nurse receives a call from the mother whose child has a foreign body in the eye. The object is clearly visible and not embedded. When the mother asks for the most effective way to get it out, the nurse should give which response?
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The nurse reinforces discharge instructions to the mother of a child following a myringotomy with insertion of tympanostomy tubes. Which statement by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
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The nurse reinforces home care instructions to the mother of a child recovering from Reye's syndrome. Which statement by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
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The nurse reinforces home-care instructions to the parents of a 3-year-old child who has been hospitalized with hemophilia. Which statement by a parent indicates the need for further teaching?
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The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother of a child diagnosed with pediculosis (head lice). Permethrin (Nix) has been prescribed. Which statement by the mother regarding the use of the medication indicates a need for further teaching?
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The nurse reinforces instructions to the mother of a child with sickle cell disease regarding the precipitating factors related to pain crisis. Which, if identified by the mother as a precipitating factor, indicates the need for further teaching?
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The nurse reinforces instructions to the parents of an infant with hip dysplasia regarding care of the Pavlik harness. Which instruction provided by the nurse is accurate?
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The nurse reviews the plan of care for a child with Reye's syndrome. The nurse prioritizes the nursing interventions included in the plan and prepares to monitor for which complication?
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The nurse reviews the record of a 1-year-old child seen in the clinic and notes that the health care provider has documented a diagnosis of celiac crisis. Which symptom should the nurse expect to note in this condition?
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The nurse reviews the record of a 3-week-old infant and notes that the health care provider has documented a diagnosis of suspected Hirschsprung's disease. The nurse understands that which manifestation led the mother to seek health care for the infant?
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The nursing instructor asks a nursing student about phenylketonuria (PKU). Which statement made by the student indicates an understanding of this disorder?
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The parents of a child recently diagnosed with cerebral palsy ask the nurse about the disorder. The nurse bases the response on the understanding that cerebral palsy is which type of condition?
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The parents of a newborn have been told that their child was born with bladder exstrophy, and the parents ask the nurse about this condition. Which response should the nurse give to the parents about bladder exstrophy?
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The pediatric nursing instructor asks a nursing student to describe the cause of the symptoms that occur in sickle cell disease. Which is the correct response by the nursing student?
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The school nurse notes that the child has a rash and suspects that it is caused by erythema infectiosum (fifth disease). The nurse bases this determination on the observation that the rash results in which appearance?
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The school nurse prepares a list of home care instructions for the parents of school children who have been diagnosed with pediculosis capitis (head lice). Which should be included in the list?
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Which is the primary goal that should be included in the plan of care for a child who has cerebral palsy?
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Which statement should the nurse include when providing safety instructions to the parents of an infant with a diagnosis of hydrocephalus?
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Which test would the nurse anticipate for a teenage client who has been treated for vaginal Candida infections repeatedly in the last 6 months to assist in the identification of the underlying chronic pathology?
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