OB Final (New chapters only)
The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous fluids to manage a child with dehydration. The medical record indicates the child weighs 60 lb (27.2 kg). How many milliliters will initially be administered? Record your answer using two decimal places.
545.45
A child is brought to the clinic after tripping over a rock. The child states "I twisted my ankle" and is given a diagnosis of a sprain. What intervention is most important for the nurse to include in the discharge instructions for this child? A. For the first 24 hours apply ice for 20 minutes and remove for 60 mins B. Bedrest with leg elevated for 36 hours C. May take an NSAID for pain as prescribed D. Use compression dressing for 72 hours
A
A child returns from surgery in which a stoma was created in the abdominal wall to the bladder. The nurse identifies this as a: A. vesicostomy. B. ureteral stent. C. continent urinary diversion. D. bladder augmentation
A
A child with Duchenne muscular dystrophy is to receive prednisone as part of his treatment plan. After teaching the child's parents about this drug, which statement by the parents indicates the need for additional teaching? A. "We should give this drug before he eats anything." B. "We need to watch carefully for possible infection." C. "The drug should not be stopped suddenly." D. "He might gain some weight with this drug."
A
A child with diabetes insipidus is being treated with vasopressin. The nurse would assess the child closely for signs and symptoms of which condition? A) Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) B) Thyroid storm C) Cushing syndrome D) Vitamin D toxicity
A
A group of students are reviewing information about gallbladder disease in children. The students demonstrate a need for additional review they state: A) cholesterol gallstones are more frequently found in males. B) pigment stones are found primarily in the common bile duct. C) pancreatitis is a common complication of cholecystitis in children. D) cholecystitis is due to chemical irritation from obstructed bile flow.
A
A group of students is reviewing information about glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency. The students demonstrate understanding of the material what as the cause of the disorder? A) X-linked recessive inheritance B) Deficiency in clotting factors C) An excess supply of iron D) Autosomal recessive inheritance
A
A nurse is caring for a 14-year-old girl scheduled a barium swallow/upper gastrointestinal (GI) series. Before providing instructions, what would be the priority? A) Screening the girl for pregnancy B) Reminding her to drink plenty of fluids after the procedure C) Ordering a bowel preparation D) Reminding the girl about potential light-colored stools
A
A nurse is caring for a 7-year-old girl scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). Which action would be the priority before the test? A. Checking with the parents for any allergies B. Ensuring adequate hydration C. Giving the girl an enema D. Screening her for pregnancy
A
An 8-month-old infant is brought to the clinic for evaluation. The mother tells the nurse that she has noticed some white patches on the infant's tongue that look like curdled milk after breastfeeding. The nurse suspects oral candidiasis (thrush). Which question would the nurse use to help confirm this suspicion? A) "Are you having breast pain when you nurse the baby?" B) "Has he had any dairy problems recently?" C) "Is he experiencing any vomiting lately?" D) "How have his stools been this past week?"
A
An 8-year-old girl was diagnosed with a closed fracture of the radius at approximately 2 p.m. The fracture was reduced in the emergency department and her arm placed in a cast. At 11 p.m. her mother brings her back to the emergency department due to unrelenting pain that has not been relieved by the prescribed narcotics. Which action would be the priority? A. Notifying the doctor immediately B. Applying ice C. Elevating the arm D. Giving additional pain medication as ordered
A
An infant has undergone a hypospadias repair. What intervention will the nurse teach the parents to keep the site clean and to reduce swelling? A. "It is important to use double diapering to keep stool off the site." B. "The compression dressing should be changed if it becomes soiled C. "Keep the penis taped to the abdomen so stool cannot get to surgical site." D. "You can use a gauze dressing to cover the urethral stent."
A
The mother of a 5-year-old girl brings the child to the clinic for an evaluation. The mother tells the nurse, "She seems to be so tired and irritable lately. And she looks so pale." Further assessment reveals pale conjunctiva and oral mucous membranes. The nurse suspects iron-deficiency anemia. Which additional finding would help provide additional evidence for this suspicion? A) Spooned nails B) Negative splenomegaly C) Oxygen saturation: 99% D) Bradycardia
A
The nurse is administering an IV infusion of albumin to a child with nephrotic syndrome. What is the primary concern for the nurse when administering this medication to the child? A. Fluid overload B. Electrolyte imbalance C. Increased blood pressure D. Urine output
A
The nurse is assessing a 13-year-old girl with a family history of kidney cancer who has come to the clinic complaining of abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Which finding would the nurse identify as least likely indicative of cancer in a child? A) The child reports rectal bleeding and diarrhea. B) Observation reveals an asymmetric abdomen C) The child experiences a broken bone without trauma. D) Palpation determines an abdominal mass.
A
The nurse is assessing the neuromusculoskeletal system of a newborn. What is an abnormal assessment finding? A. Sluggish deep tendon reflexes B. Full range of motion in extremities C. Absence of hypotonia D. Lack of purposeful muscular control
A
The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old in traction. While performing skin assessment, the nurse notices that the skin over the calcaneus appears slightly red and irritated. Which action would the nurse take first? A. Reposition the child's foot on a pressure-reducing device. B. Apply lotion to his foot to maintain skin integrity. C. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. D. Gently massage his foot to promote circulation.
A
The nurse is caring for a 12-year-old girl with nephrotic syndrome. The girl confides that she feels like a "freak" compared to her peers because of her weight, edema, and moon face. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A. "Let's put you in touch with some other girls who are also having the same body changes." B. "Luckily, this is just a temporary, unfortunate part of your condition; you need to accept it." C. "Your real friends do not care about your appearance and just want you to get well." D. "You are beautiful in your own way; what matters is what is on the inside."
A
The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old boy with acute myelogenous leukemia who is experiencing feelings of powerlessness due to the effects of chemotherapy. What intervention will best help the teen's sense of control? A) Involving the boy in decisions whenever possible B) Acknowledging the boy's feelings of anger with the disease C) Providing realistic expectations of treatment and outcomes D) Recognizing abilities that are unaffected by the disease
A
The nurse is caring for a 14-month-old boy with rickets who was recently adopted from overseas. His condition was likely a result of a diet very low in milk products. The nurse is providing teaching regarding treatment. Which response by the parents indicates a need for further teaching? A. "We must give him calcium and phosphorus with food every morning B. "He must take vitamin D as prescribed and spend some time in the sunlight." C. "He must take calcium at breakfast and phosphorus at bedtime." D. "We should encourage him to have fish, dairy, and liver if he will eat it."
A
The nurse is caring for a 3-year-old girl with short bowel syndrome as a result of trauma to the small intestine. The girl's mother is extremely anxious and tells the nurse she is afraid she will never learn how to care for her daughter at home. How should the nurse respond? A) "I will help you become an expert on your daughter's care." B) "You must learn how to care for your daughter at home." C) "You really need the support of your husband." D) "There is a lot to learn and you need a positive attitude
A
The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old girl with vulvovaginitis. After instructing the girl's mother on how to help prevent subsequent episodes, which statement by the mother indicates a need for additional teaching? A. "She tells me she wipes from front to back." B. "I will make sure she changes her underwear every day." C. "She should avoid bubble baths." D. "I will help supervise her wiping after bowel movements."
A
The nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing an acute renal transplant rejection and is to receive muromonab-CD3. What would the nurse most likely expect to assess after the first dose is administered? A. Fever with chills, chest tightness B. Cough, hyperkalemia C. Photosensitivity, gastrointestinal (GI) upset D. Urinary retention, decreased appetite
A
The nurse is caring for a child with thalassemia who is receiving chelation therapy at home using a battery-operated pump. After teaching the parents about this treatment, which statement by the mother indicates a need for additional teaching? A) "I can have the nurse administer the chelation therapy if I am uncomfortable." B) "I must be very careful to strictly adhere to the chelation regimen." C) "The deferoxamine binds to the iron so it can be removed from the body." D) "The medication can be administered while my child is sleeping."
A
The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a toddler with suspected lead poisoning. Lab results indicate blood lead level 52 mcg/dL. Which action would the nurse expect to happen next? A) Repeat testing within 2 days and prepare to begin chelation therapy as ordered. B) Repeat testing within 1 week with education to decrease lead exposure. C) Confirm with repeat testing in 1 month and referral to local health department. D) Prepare to admit child to begin chelation therapy.
A
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a 7-year-old boy with diabetes insipidus. What is the priority nursing diagnosis? A) Deficient fluid volume related to dehydration B) Excess fluid volume related to edema C) Deficient knowledge related to fluid intake regimen D) Imbalanced nutrition, more than body requirements related to excess weight
A
The nurse is educating the parents of a 4-year-old boy with a Wilms tumor who is about to have chemotherapy prior to surgery. Which statement by the parents indicates that the nurse should review the instructions about preventing infection? A) "He takes his antibiotic twice a day." B) "We check his temperature orally." C) "We keep him away from crowds." D) "He must be clean, and his teeth brushed."
A
The nurse is planning a discussion group for parents with children who have cancer. How would the nurse describe a difference between cancer in children and adults? A) Most childhood cancers affect the tissues rather than organs. B) Childhood cancers are usually localized when found C) Unlike adult cancers, childhood cancers are less responsive to treatment. D) The majority of childhood cancers can be prevented
A
The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for the family and their 6-year-old son who has just been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. What would the nurse identify as the initial goal for the teaching plan? A) Developing management and decision-making skills B) Educating the parents about diabetes mellitus type 1 C) Developing a nutritionally sound, 30-day meal plan D) Promoting independence with self-administration of insulin
A
The nurse is providing care to a child with a long-leg hip spica cast. What is the priority nursing diagnosis? A. Risk for impaired skin integrity due to cast and location B. Deficient knowledge related to cast care C. Risk for delayed development related to immobility D. Self-care deficit related to immobility
A
The nurse is providing postoperative care for a 14-month-old girl who has undergone a myelomeningocele repair. The girl's mother is extremely anxious and tells the nurse she is afraid she will never learn how to care for her daughter at home. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A. "I will help you become comfortable in caring for your daughter B. "You must learn how to care for your daughter at home." C. "You will need to learn to collaborate with all the caregivers." D. "There is a lot to learn, and you need a positive attitude."
A
The nurse is taking a health history of an 11-year-old girl with recurrent abdominal pain. Which response would lead the nurse to suspect irritable bowel syndrome? A) "I always feel better after I have a bowel movement." B) "I don't take any medicine right now." C) "The pain comes and goes." D) "The pain doesn't wake me up in the middle of the night."
A
When developing the plan of care for a child with cerebral palsy, which treatment would the nurse expect as least likely? A. Skeletal traction B. Physical therapy C. Orthotics D. Occupational therapy
A
When evaluating the hemogram of an 8-month-old infant, the nurse would identify which type of hemoglobin as being the predominant type? A) Hemoglobin A B) Hemoglobin F C) Hemoglobin A2 D) Hemoglobin S
A
When providing care to a child with aplastic anemia, which nursing diagnosis would be the priority? A) Risk for injury B) Imbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements C) Ineffective tissue perfusion D) Impaired gas exchange
A
A 6-year-old child has been diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency. The child's mother requests more info about this condition. Which statements should be included in the nurse's response? Select all that apply A) "The majority of children who have this condition are born of normal weight and length." B) "There are several potential causes of this condition." C) "This condition is most likely related to dwarfism in the past generations of your family." D) "Most children with this condition are nutritionally deprived." E) "Your child most likely does not eat adequate amounts of protein."
A, B
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a child with thalassemia. What information would the nurse expect to include? Select all that apply. A) Packed RBC transfusions B) Deferoxamine therapy C) Heparin therapy D) Opioid analgesics E) Platelet transfusions F) Intravenous immunoglobulin
A, B
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results of a child who is receiving chemotherapy. To calculate the child's absolute neutrophil count, in addition to the total number of white blood cells, which results would the nurse use? Select all that apply. A) Bands B) Segs C) Eosinophils D) Basophils
A, B
The nurse is caring for a 9-year-old client newly diagnosed with diabetes. The client has polyuria, polydipsia, and weight loss. Which nursing diagnoses will the nurse include in the care plan? Select all that apply. A) Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements B) Deficient fluid volume C) Deficient knowledge regarding disease process D) Noncompliance E) Delayed growth and development
A, B, C
The nurse is assessing a child with aplastic anemia. What would the nurse expect to assess? Select all that apply. A) Ecchymoses B) Tachycardia C) Guaiac-positive stool D) Epistaxis E) Severe pain F) Warm tender joints
A, B, C, D
The school nurse has performed scoliosis screening. Based on this assessment, which children require the nurse to implement a referral to the healthcare provider? Select all that apply. A. The child with asymmetric shoulder elevation B. The child with a limb length discrepancy C. The child with a lateral curve of the spine D. The child with a one-sided hump upon bending over E. The child who's sibling had scoliosis surgically corrected F. The child who has uneven balance
A, B, C, D
The nurse is teaching the parents of a child diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia about ways to increase their child's intake of iron. The parents demonstrate understanding of the teaching when they identify which foods as good choices for the child? Select all that apply. A) Tuna B) Salmon C) Tofu D) Cow's milk E) Dried Fruits
A, B, C, E
A 14-year-old boy is diagnosed with Hodgkin disease. When palpating for enlarged lymph nodes, the nurse would expect to find which nodes as most commonly enlarged? Select all that apply. A) Cervical B) Axillary C) Supraclavicular D) Occipital E) Inguinal
A, C
The nurse is providing care to a child with pancreatitis. When reviewing the child's laboratory test results, what would the nurse expect to find? Select all that apply. A) Leukocytosis B) Decreased C-reactive protein C) Elevated serum amylase levels D) Positive stool culture E) Decreased serum lipase levels
A, C
The parents bring their 4-year-old son to the emergency department. The child is receiving chemotherapy for acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The parents report that the child has become lethargic and has had significant episodes of vomiting and diarrhea. What findings would lead the nurse to suspect the child may be experiencing tumor lysis syndrome? Select all that apply. A) Hyperkalemia B) Hypophosphatemia C) Polyuria D) Hypocalcemia E) Hyperuricemia
A, D, E
A 5-year-old child with type 1 diabetes is brought to the clinic by his mother for a follow-up visit after having his hemoglobin A1C level drawn. Which result would indicate to the nurse that the child is achieving long-term glucose control? A) 9.0% B) 8.2% C) 7.3% D) 6.9%
B
A child is diagnosed with hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS). Review of the child's laboratory test results would reveal which finding? A. Decreased blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine B. Decreased platelets and leukocytosis C. Hypernatremia and hypokalemia D. Respiratory acidosis and proteinuria
B
A child is diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. Which agent would the nurse expect the healthcare provider to prescribe? A) Mineralocorticoid B) Methimazole C) Levothyroxine D) Dexamethasone
B
A child is prescribed monthly injections of vitamin B12. When developing the teaching plan for the family, the nurse would focus on which type of anemia? A) Aplastic anemia B) Pernicious anemia C) Folic acid anemia D) Sickle cell anemia
B
A child is receiving carboplatin as part of a chemotherapy protocol. What would be most important for the nurse to include in the child's plan of care? A) Monitoring for visual changes B) Maintaining adequate hydration C) Using prescribed eye drops to prevent conjunctivitis D) Avoiding administration with food or meals
B
A child is scheduled to undergo radiation therapy as part of his treatment plan for newly diagnosed cancer. After teaching the child and parents about this treatment, the nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the parents state: A) "We should not wash off the markings on his skin." B) "He can use petroleum jelly if the skin becomes reddened." C) "He needs to use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more." D) "He should not apply deodorant to the treatment site."
B
A child with diabetes reports that he is feeling a little shaky. Further assessment reveals that the child is coherent but with some slight tremors and sweating. A fingerstick blood glucose level is 70 mg/dL. What would the nurse do next? A) Administer a sliding-scale dose of insulin. B) Give 10 to 15 g of a simple carbohydrate. C) Offer a complex carbohydrate snack. D) Administer glucagon intramuscularly.
B
A child with suspected sickle cell disease is scheduled for a hemoglobin electrophoresis. When reviewing the child's history, what would the nurse identify as potentially interfering with the accuracy of the results? A) Use of iron supplementation B) Blood transfusion 1 month ago C) Lack of fasting for 12 hours D) History of recent infection
B
A group of nursing students are reviewing the components of the endocrine system. The students demonstrate understanding of the review they identify what as the primary function of this system? A) Regulation of water balance B) Hormonal secretion C) Cellular metabolism D) Growth stimulation
B
A newborn is diagnosed with metatarsus adductus. The parents ask the nurse how this occurred. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A. "This condition is due to a genetic defect in the bones." B. "It's most likely from how the baby was positioned in utero." C. "They really don't know what causes this condition." D. "There is probably an underlying deformity of the baby's hip."
B
A nurse is caring for a 14-year-old girl following myelography. What is the priority nursing action? A. Monitoring for a decrease in spasticity B. Observing for signs of meningeal irritation C. Assessing motor function D. Observing for mental confusion or hallucinations
B
A nurse is leading a discussion with a group of new mothers about newborn nutrition and its importance for growth and development. One of the mothers asks, "Doesn't the baby get iron from me before birth?" Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A) "You give the baby some iron, but it is not enough to sustain him after birth." B) "Because the baby grows rapidly during the first months, he uses up what you gave him." C) "The iron you give him before birth is different from what he needs once he is born." D) "If the baby didn't use up what you gave him before birth, he excretes it soon after birth."
B
A nurse is preparing a presentation for a local parent group about urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children. Which organism would the nurse incorporate into the presentation as the most common cause? A. Klebsiella B. Escherichia coli C. Staphylococcus aureus D. Pseudomonas
B
A nurse is preparing a presentation for a parent group about musculoskeletal injuries. When describing a child's risk for this type of injury, the nurse integrates knowledge that bone growth occurs primarily in which area? A. Growth plate B. Epiphysis C. Physis D. Metaphysis
B
A nurse is providing care to a child with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura with a platelet count of 18,000/mm3. Which medication would the nurse most likely expect to be ordered? A) Folic acid B) Intravenous immune globulin C) Dimercaprol D) Deferoxamine
B
After teaching the parents of a child with a hydrocele about this condition, which statement indicates that the teaching was successful? A. "If this gets worse and we don't treat it, our son could become infertile." B. "This condition should gradually go away on its own." C. "The surgeon is going to operate on him immediately." D. "It's going to be difficult putting ice packs on his scrotum."
B
After teaching the parents of a daughter with central precocious puberty about medication therapy, which statement by the parents indicates successful teaching? A) "She needs to use the nasal spray once every day." B) "She will start puberty again when the medication stops." C) "This medication will slow down the changes but not reverse them." D) "Once therapy is done, she'll need surgery
B
The mother of a 3-week-old infant old brings her daughter in for an evaluation. During the visit, the mother tells the nurse that her baby is spitting up after feedings. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A) "We need to tell the healthcare provider about this B) "Infants this age commonly spit up." C) "Your daughter might have an allergy." D) "Don't worry; you're just feeding her too much."
B
The nurse is assessing a 3-year-old boy whose parents brought him to the clinic when they noticed that the right side of his abdomen was swollen. What finding would suggest this child has a neuroblastoma? A) The child has a maculopapular rash on his palms. B) The parents report that their son is vomiting and not eating well. C) The parents report that their son is irritable and not gaining weight. D) Auscultation reveals wheezing with diminished lung sounds.
B
The nurse is assessing a child with a possible fracture. What would the nurse identify as the most reliable indicator? A. Lack of spontaneous movement B. Point tenderness C. Bruising D. Inability to bear weight
B
The nurse is assessing a child with suspected thalassemia. What would the nurse expect to assess? A) Dactylitis B) Frontal bossing C) Presence of clubbing D) Presence of spooning
B
The nurse is assessing a newborn who was delivered after a prolonged labor due to an abnormal presentation. The newborn sustained a cranial nerve injury. The nurse would most likely expect to assess deficits related to which cranial nerve? A. Optic B. Facial C. Acoustic D. Trigeminal
B
The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. As part of the plan of care, the nurse focuses on maintaining his cardiopulmonary function. Which intervention would the nurse implement to best promote maximum chest expansion? A. Deep-breathing exercises B. Upright positioning C. Coughing D. Chest percussion
B
The nurse is caring for a 12-year-old boy with idiopathic thrombocytopenia. The nurse is providing discharge instructions about home care and safety recommendations to the boy and his parents. Which response indicates a need for further teaching? A) "We should avoid aspirin and drugs like ibuprofen." B) "He can resume participation in football in 2 weeks" C) "Swimming would be a great activity." D) "Our son cannot take any antihistamines."
B
The nurse is caring for a 2-month-old with a cleft palate. The child will undergo corrective surgery at age 3 months. The mother would like to continue breastfeeding the baby after surgery and wonders if it is possible. How should the nurse respond? A) "There is a good chance that you will be able to breastfeed almost immediately." B) "Breastfeeding is likely to be possible but check with the surgeon." C) "After the suture line heals, breastfeeding can resume." D) "We will have to wait and see what happens after the surgery."
B
The nurse is caring for a 2-month-old with cerebral palsy. The infant is limp and flaccid with uncontrolled, slow, worm-like, writhing, and twisting movements. What word would the nurse use when documenting these observations? A. Spastic B. Athetoid C. Ataxic D. Mixed
B
The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old with a suspected urinary tract infection. What would be most appropriate to say to the child when obtaining a urine specimen from him? A. "I will need a urine sample." B. "Let your mom help you tinkle in this cup." C. "Please tinkle in this cup right now." D. "Please void in this cup instead of the toilet."
B
The nurse is caring for a 5-year-old boy undergoing radiation treatment for a neuroblastoma. Which nursing diagnosis would be most applicable for this child? A) Activity intolerance related to anemia and weakness from medications B) Impaired skin integrity related to desquamation from cellular destruction C) Impaired oral mucosa related to the presence of oral lesions from malnutrition D) Imbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements related to nausea and vomiting
B
The nurse is caring for an 8-year-old girl who has been diagnosed with leukemia and will have a variety of tests, including a lumbar puncture, before beginning chemotherapy. What action would be the priority? A) Applying EMLA to the lumbar puncture site B) Educating the child and family about the testing procedures C) Administering promethazine as ordered for nausea D) Educating the family about chemotherapy and its side effects
B
The nurse is caring for an 8-year-old girl with an endocrine disorder involving the posterior pituitary gland. What care would the nurse expect to implement? A) Instructing the parents to report adverse reactions to the growth hormone treatment B) Teaching the parents how to administer the desmopressin acetate C) Informing the parents that treatment stops when puberty begins D) Educating the parents to report signs of acute adrenal crisis
B
The nurse is caring for an 8-year-old girl with hyperpituitarism. What ordered treatment will the nurse expect to perform? A) Give desmopressin acetate intranasally B) Inject octreotide acetate C) Give 1 mg/kg/day of methimazole D) Administer glipizide orally
B
The nurse is caring for an infant with a temporary ileostomy. As part of the plan of care, the nurse monitors for skin breakdown around the stoma. If redness occurs, what would be most appropriate to promote healing and prevent further skin breakdown? A) Clean the area well with a scented diaper wipe. B) Apply a barrier/healing cream or paste on the skin. C) Use a barrier wafer to attach the appliance. D) Sanitize the area with an alcohol wipe after each diaper change.
B
The nurse is caring for an infant with osteogenesis imperfecta and is providing instruction on how to reduce the risk of injury. Which response from the mother indicates a need for further teaching? A. "I need to avoid pushing or pulling on an arm or leg." B. "I must carefully lift the baby from under the armpits." C. "I should not bend an arm or leg into an awkward position." D. "We must avoid lifting the legs by the ankles to change diaper
B
The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a child with suspected Crohn disease. Which finding would be the most suspicious of Crohn disease? A) Normal growth patterns B) Perianal skin tags or fissures C) Poor growth patterns D) Abdominal tenderness
B
The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a child with suspected developmental dysplasia of the hip. Which finding would help confirm this diagnosis? A. Abduction occurs to 75 degrees and adduction to within 30 degrees (with stable pelvis). B. A distinct "clunk" is heard with Barlow and Ortolani maneuvers. C. A high-pitched "click" is heard with hip flexion or extension. D. The thigh and gluteal folds are symmetric.
B
The nurse is describing the phases of treatment to a child who was diagnosed with leukemia and his parents. How would the nurse describe the induction stage? A) Intense therapy to strengthen remission induction stage? B) Rapid promotion of complete remission C) Elimination of all residual leukemic cells D) Reduction of risk for central nervous system (CNS) disease
B
The nurse is determining maintenance fluid requirements for a child who weighs 25 kg. How much fluid would the child need per day? A) 1,560 mL B) 1,600 mL C) 1,650 mL D) 1,700 mL
B
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a child who is receiving cyclophosphamide. What advice would the nurse expect to include? A) Withholding food and fluids from the child during the infusion B) Encouraging frequent voiding during and after the infusion C) Monitoring for signs of anaphylaxis during infusion D) Assessing the child for complaints of bone pain
B
The nurse is evaluating the laboratory test results of a 7-year-old child with a suspected hematologic disorder. Which finding would cause the nurse to be concerned? A) WBC: 5.6 ×103/mm3 B) RBC: 2.8 × 106/mm3 C) Hemoglobin: 11.4 mg/dL D) Hematocrit: 35%
B
The nurse is preparing a presentation for a parent group about childhood cancers, focusing on brain tumors in children. What would the nurse describe as the most common type of brain tumor? A) Brain stem glioma B) Medulloblastoma C) Ependymoma D) Astrocytoma
B
The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for the parents of a child with a urinary tract infection (UTI). In educating the parents, the nurse would recommend that the child avoid: A. a liberal fluid intake. B. caffeine. C. cranberry juice. D. cotton underwear
B
The nurse is preparing an 8-year-old girl for a cystoscopy. Which instruction would be most appropriate to give to the child? A. "You need to make sure that you don't go to the bathroom before the test" B. "You might feel some burning when you go to the bathroom afterward." C. "I'm going to have to put a tube into your bladder to empty it." D. "I have to put a thick tight rubber band around your arm to get a blood specimen."
B
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results of a child with Addisons disease. What would the nurse expect to find? A) Hypernatremia B) Hyperkalemia C) Hyperglycemia D) Hypercalcemia
B
The nurse is taking a health history of a child with suspected acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis. Which response by the client's parent will the nurse highlight for the primary health care provider as an indicator for this condition? A. "My child's has recently reported urinary frequency." B. "My child just got over a head cold with laryngitis." C. "My child's urine is pale yellow in color." D. "My child's eyes appear sunken to me."
B
The nurse is teaching a group of students about myelinization in a child. Which statement by the students indicates that the teaching was successful? A. Myelinization is completed by 4 years of age. B. The process occurs in a head-to-toe fashion. C. The speed of nerve impulses slows as myelinization occurs. D. Nerve impulses become less specific in focus with myelinization.
B
The nurse is visually inspecting a urine specimen from a 12-year-old boy. The nurse documents gross hematuria with a specimen of which color? A. Cloudy yellow B. Cola colored C. Pale to almost clear urine D. Light orange to moderately yellow colored
B
The parents of a 6-week-old boy come to the clinic for evaluation because the infant has been vomiting. The parents report that the vomiting has been increasing in frequency and forcefulness over the last week. The mother says, "Sometimes, it seems like it just bursts out of his mouth." A diagnosis of hypertrophic pyloric stenosis is suspected. When performing the physical exam, what would the nurse most likely find? A) Sausage-shaped mass in the upper mid abdomen B) Hard, moveable, olive-shaped mass in the right upper quadrant C) Tenderness over the McBurney point in the right lower quadrant D) Abdominal pain in the epigastric or umbilical region
B
The parents of a boy diagnosed with Hirschsprung disease are anxious and fearful of the upcoming surgery. The mother states, "I'm worried about having to care for our son's ostomy." Which intervention would be most helpful for the parents? A) Explaining to them about the diagnosis and surgery B) Having a wound, ostomy, and continence nurse meet with them C) Reinforcing that the ostomy will be temporary D) Teaching them about the medications used to slow stool output
B
The school nurse is working with a 10-year-old girl with recurrent abdominal pain. The girl's teacher has been less than understanding about the frequent absences and trips to the nurse's office. How should the nurse respond? A) "Be patient; she is trying some new medication." B) "The pain she is having is real." C) "The family is working toward improvement." D) "Please do not add to this family's stress."
B
What information would the nurse include in the preoperative plan of care for an infant with myelomeningocele? A. Positioning supine with a pillow under the buttocks B. Covering the sac with saline-soaked nonadhesive gauze C. Wrapping the infant snugly in a blanket D. Applying a diaper to prevent fecal soiling of the sac
B
What would be most appropriate to include in the plan of care for a child who has undergone surgery for removal of an astrocytoma? A) Elevating the foot of the bed B) Positioning the child on his unaffected side C) Raising the head of the bed at least 45 degrees D) Administering large volumes of intravenous fluids
B
When teaching a group of parents about the skeletal development in children, what info is most helpful? A. The growth plate is made up of the epiphysis. B. A young child's bones commonly bend instead of break with an injury. C. The infant's skeleton has undergone complete ossification by birth. D. Children's bones have a thin periosteum and limited blood supply
B
While presenting a panel discussion to a group of parents about urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children, one of the parents asks the nurse, "Why would my daughter be more at risk than my son?" Which response by the nurse would be most accurate? A. "Girls have a smaller bladder size than boys do." B. "A girl's urethra is closer to the rectal opening." C. "A girl's urethra is longer than a boy's urethra." D. "Her kidneys are less well protected."
B
A group of nursing students are reviewing info about inflammatory bowel disease in preparation for a class discussion on the topic. The students demonstrate understanding of the material when they identify which characteristics of Crohn disease? Select all that apply. A) Distributed in a continuous fashion B) Most common between the ages of 10 and 20 years C) Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate D) Low serum iron levels E) Tenesmus F) Loss of haustra within bowel
B, C, D
The nurse is assessing a 5-year-old child's genitourinary system. Which findings would the nurse document as normal? Select all that apply. A. Labial fusion B. Round abdomen C. Positive bowel sounds D. Dullness over the spleen E. Undescended testicles
B, C, D
A child is hospitalized with acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis. What assessments should the nurse include in the plan of care for this child?? Select all that apply. A. Assess level of consciousness B. Assess pain C. Monitor blood pressure D. Auscultate lung sounds E. Inspect the urine
B, C, D, E
After teaching the parents of a child diagnosed with celiac disease about nutrition, the nurse determines that the teaching was effective when the parents identify which foods as appropriate for their child? Select all that apply. A) Wheat germ B) Peanut butter C) Carbonated drinks D) Shellfish E) Jelly F) Flavored yogurt
B, C, D, E
The nurse is caring for a 6-month-old with a cleft lip and palate. The mother of the child demonstrates understanding of the disorder with which statements? Select all that apply. A) "My smoking during pregnancy didn't have anything to do with this disorder. Smoking primarily causes low birth weight." B) "I know my baby takes a lot longer to feed than most children this age." C) "It really worries me that my baby may have some other disorders that haven't been detected yet." D) "I wonder if my baby will develop speech problems when language development begins?" E) "Thankfully there are healthcare providers that specialize in correcting this type of disorder."
B, C, D, E
The nurse is performing a gastrointestinal assessment on a 7-year-old boy. The parents are assisting with the history. Which assessment findings are indicative of constipation? Select all that apply. A) "Our child only has 3 to 4 bowel movements per week." B) "Our child complains of pain because his bowel movements are so hard." C) "Our child tells us that his belly hurts a lot of the time." D) "I can tell he holds his bowel movement much of the time because of the way he stands." E) "I find smears of stool in his underwear almost every day."
B, C, D, E
A nurse is instituting neutropenic precautions for a child. What info would the nurse most likely include? Select all that apply. A) Placing the child in a semiprivate room B) Avoiding rectal exams, suppositories, and enemas C) Placing a mask on the child when outside the room D) Encouraging an intake of raw fruits and vegetables E) Discouraging fresh flowers in the child's room
B, C, E
A nurse is providing instructions to the parents of a 3-month-old infant with developmental dysplasia of the hip who is being treated with a Pavlik harness. Which statement(s) by the parents demonstrates understanding of the instructions? Select all that apply. A. "We need to adjust the straps so that they are snug but not too tight." B. "We should change the diaper without taking our infant out of the harness." C. "We need to check the area behind our infant's knees for redness and irritation." D. "We need to send the harness to the dry cleaners to have it cleaned." E. "We need to call the health care provider if our infant is not able to actively kick the legs."
B, C, E
A nursing instructor is preparing for a class discussion on spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). When describing type 2 SMA, which information would the instructions include? Select all that apply. A. Onset before 6 months of age B. Weakness most severe in shoulders and hips C. Difficulty with swallowing D. Slowly progressing condition E. Genetic disease with autosomal recessive inheritance
B, D, E
When assessing a child for slipped capital femoral epiphysis, what would the nurse identify as possible risk factors? Select all that apply. A. Age younger than 8 years B. Black race C. History of cystic fibrosis D. Excessive activity E. Obesity
B, E
A 15-year-old client presents to the emergency room reporting an abrupt onset of severe, sudden pain on the right side of the scrotum while playing football. The nurse notes a blue-black swelling of the affected scrotum. Which action will the nurse complete next? A. Complete a head-to-toe assessment B. Have the client rate the pain C. Notify the primary health care provider D. Monitor the client's urine output
C
A 5-year-old girl is diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia and is to receive iron supplements. The child has difficulty swallowing tablets, so a liquid formulation is prescribed. After teaching the parents about administering the iron supplement, which statement indicates the need for additional teaching? A) "She needs to eat foods that are high in fiber, so she doesn't get constipated." B) "We'll try to get her to drink lots of fluids throughout the day." C) "We will place the liquid in the front of her gums, just below her teeth." D) "We need to measure the liquid carefully so that we give her the correct amount."
C
A 6-year-old child has undergone a renal transplant and is receiving cyclosporine. The nurse instructs the parents to be especially alert for which complication? A. Weight loss B. Hypotension C. Signs of infection D. Hair loss
C
A 6-year-old child with cerebral palsy has been admitted to the hospital for some tests. The child's condition is stable. A parent remains with the child, but the parent is obviously exhausted and stressed. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A. "Would you like me to bring you a blanket and pillow?" B. "You are doing such a wonderful job with your child." C. "Your child is in good hands; consider going home to get some sleep D. "Are you planning to spend the night or to go home?"
C
A child diagnosed with stage IV neuroblastoma has undergone abdominal surgery to remove the tumor. He is now receiving chemotherapy. Which nursing diagnosis would be most important? A) Risk for infection related to chemotherapy B) Impaired skin integrity related to abdominal surgery C) Grieving related to advanced disease and poor prognosis D) Imbalanced nutrition related to adverse effects of chemotherapy
C
A child has been prescribed growth hormone. When collecting data from this client, which report is of the greatest concern? A) "I sometimes have headaches." B) "I feel tired." C) "My hips often hurt." D) "I take this medication with food."
C
A child is receiving methotrexate as part of his chemotherapy protocol. The nurse would anticipate administering which agent to counteract the toxic effects of methotrexate? A) Mesna B) Cyclosporine C) Leucovorin D) Nystatin
C
A child is scheduled for a lower endoscopy. What would the nurse include in the child's plan of care in preparation for this test? A) Explaining about the need to ingest barium B) Establishing an intravenous access for radionuclide administration C) Administering the prescribed bowel cleansing regimen D) Withholding prescribed proton pump inhibitors for 5 days before
C
A child with growth hormone deficiency is receiving growth hormone. What result would the nurse interpret as indicating effectiveness of this therapy? A) Rapid weight gain B) Complaints of headaches C) Height increase of 4 in D) Growth plate closure
C
A child with spastic cerebral palsy is to receive botulin toxin. The nurse for administration of this drug by which route? A. Oral B. Subcutaneous injection prepares the child C. Intramuscular injection D. Intravenous infusion
C
A group of nursing students are reviewing information about the endocrine system in infants and children. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they state: A) Endocrine glands begin developing in the third trimester of gestation. B) At birth, the endocrine glands are completely functional. C) Infants have difficulty balancing glucose and electrolytes. D) A child's endocrine system has little effect on growth and development.
C
A nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of Impaired urinary elimination related to infection in the urinary tract as manifested by dysuria for a preschooler. When developing the plan of care, what would be most important for the nurse to do first? A. Develop a schedule for bladder emptying. B. Encourage fluid intake. C. Assess usual voiding patterns. D. Monitor intake and output
C
A nurse is conducting a physical examination of a 5-year-old with suspected iron-deficiency anemia. How would the nurse evaluate for changes in neurologic functioning? A) "Open your mouth so I can look inside your cheeks and lips." B) "Do you have any bruises on your feet or shins?" C) "Will you show me how you walk across the room?" D) "Let me see the palms of your hands and soles of your feet."
C
A nurse is interviewing the parents of a child diagnosed with obstructive uropathy. Which statement by the parents would the nurse identify as significant? A. "She's been constipated quite a few times." B. "We've noticed that her bed is wet in the morning." C. "She had surgery to repair a problem with her anus." D. "She had a bacterial skin infection about a week ago."
C
A nurse is preparing a program for a group of parents about injury prevention. What would the nurse include as an important contributing factor for cervical spine injury in a child? A. Exposure to teratogens while in utero B. Immaturity of the central nervous system C. Increased mobility of the spine D. Incomplete myelinization
C
A teenage girl diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome tells the nurse, "I refuse to take oral contraceptives since I am not sexually active" What is the best response to the girl? A) "It's important for you to take the pills even if you're not sexually active in order to prevent unwanted symptoms of the disease." A) "The healthcare provider has prescribed these for you because it is an effective treatment method for the disease." B) "I know it's hard remembering to take those pills every day. Tell me more about what is making you not want to take the oral contraceptives." C) "Do your parents know that you are not taking the treatment medication your healthcare provider prescribed?"
C
An 18-month-old was brought to the emergency department by her mother, who states, "I think she broke her arm." The child is sent for a radiograph to confirm the fracture. Additional assessment of the child leads the nurse to suspect possible child abuse. Which type of fracture would the radiograph most likely reveal? A. Plastic deformity B. Buckle fracture C. Spiral fracture D. Greenstick fracture
C
An 8-year-old boy with a fractured forearm is to have a fiberglass cast applied. What information would the nurse include when teaching the child about the cast? A. The cast will take a day or two to dry completely. B. The edges will be covered with a soft material to prevent irritation. C. The child initially may experience a very warm feeling inside the cast D. The child will need to keep his arm down at his side for 48 hours
C
The mother of a child with end-stage renal disease asks the nurse why her son is getting an injection of erythropoietin. When responding to the mother, the nurse explains that the rationale is: A. to treat low calcium levels. B. to stimulate growth in stature. C. to stimulate red blood cell growth. D. to correct acidosis
C
The nurse is administering 10 units of NPH insulin to a child at 8 AM. The nurse would expect this insulin to begin acting at which time? A) By 8:15 AM B) Between 8:30 and 9 AM C) Between 9 and 11 AM D) Around 12 noon
C
The nurse is applying a urine bag to a 15-month-old boy to collect a urine specimen. Which action would the nurse take first? A. Apply benzoin to the scrotal area. B. Tuck the bag downward inside the diaper. C. Pat the perineal area dry after cleaning. D. Apply the narrow portion of the bag on the perineal space.
C
The nurse is assessing a 13-year-old boy with type 2 diabetes mellitus. What would the nurse correlate with disorder? A) The parents report that their child had "a cold or flu" recently. B) Blood pressure is decreased when checking vital signs. C) The parents report that their son "can't drink enough water." D) Auscultation reveals Kussmaul breathing
C
The nurse is assessing a 9-year-old girl with a history of tuberculosis at age 6 years. She has been losing weight and has no appetite. The nurse suspects Addison disease based on which assessment findings? A) Arrested height and increased weight B) Thin, fragile skin and multiple bruises C) Hyperpigmentation and hypotension D) Blurred vision and enuresis
C
The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old girl with von Willebrand disease. After teaching the adolescent and her parents about this disorder and care, which response by the parents indicates a need for additional teaching? A) "We need to administer Stimate prior to dental work." B) "We should be aware that she may suffer from menorrhagia." C) "We should administer desmopressin as often as needed." D) "We understand that she may have frequent nosebleeds."
C
The nurse is caring for a 14-year-old client in traction prior to surgery. The client has been in the hospital for 2 weeks and will require an additional 10 days in the hospital following surgery. The client states, "I feel isolated and I am refusing any more treatment. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate? A. "I know it is boring here, but the best place for you to remain immobile is the hospital." B. "I will see if you can have friends come spend a few nights with you." C. "Let's come up with things for you to do and see if your friend can come visit." D. "If you refuse further treatment, your condition will only get worse."
C
The nurse is caring for a 2-year-old girl in a bilateral brace with tibia vara. Her parents are upset by their toddler's limited mobility. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A. "If you don't follow the therapy, your daughter could develop severe bowing of her legs." B. "It's important to use the brace or your daughter may need surgery." C. "You are doing a great job. Let's put our heads together on how to keep her busy." D. "You'll need to accept this since treatment may be required for several years."
C
The nurse is caring for a 5-year-old girl with a disseminated medulloblastoma. What intervention would be most appropriate for this situation? A) Providing emotional support to the parents and siblings of the child B) Recommending support groups for people whose children have cancer C) Encouraging the family to cry and express feelings away from the child D) Educating the family about the disease, its treatments and side effects
C
The nurse is caring for a 9-year-old boy who is having chemotherapy. The nurse is developing a teaching plan for the child and family about nutrition. What instruction would the nurse be least likely to include? A) Emphasizing the intake of grains, fruits, and vegetables B) Featuring high-fiber foods if opioid analgesics are being taken C) Concentrating on consuming primarily high-calorie shakes and puddings D) Avoiding milk products if diarrhea is a problem
C
The nurse is caring for a client with hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS). The client is demonstrating oliguria. What does the nurse expect to find when reviewing the client's records? A. A pattern of below-normal blood pressure B. Higher fluid output than fluid intake C. Elevated BUN and creatinine levels D. Increased glomerular filtration rate (GFR)
C
The nurse is caring for a female infant with torticollis and is providing instructions to the parents about how to help their daughter. Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching? A. "We must encourage our daughter to turn her head both ways." B. "Flatness on one side of the head is a common side effect." C. "We must apply firm pressure and stretching every other day." D. "We will do a daily stretching regimen with multiple sessions."
C
The nurse is caring for an active 14-year-old boy who has recently been diagnosed with scoliosis. He is dismayed that a "jock" like himself could have this condition, and is afraid it will impact his spot on the water polo team. Which response by the nurse would best address the boys concerns? A. "If you wear your brace properly, you may not need surgery." B. "The good news is that you have very minimal curvature of your spine." C. "Let's talk to another boy with scoliosis, who is winning trophies for his swim team." D. "Let's talk to the doctor about your treatment options."
C
The nurse is developing a teaching plan for a child who is to have his cast removed. What instruction would the nurse most likely include? A. Applying petroleum jelly to the dry skin B. Rubbing the skin vigorously to remove the dead skin C. Soaking the area in warm water every day D. Washing the skin with dilute peroxide and water
C
The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a 10-year-old girl with hyperthyroidism. What information would the nurse include in the plan? A) Describing surgery to remove an anterior pituitary tumor B) Teaching her parents to give injections of growth hormone C) Explaining about the radioactive iodine procedure D) Showing her parents how to give DDAVP intranasally
C
The nurse is providing care to a child with an intussusception. The child has a bowel movement and the nurse inspects the stool. The nurse would most likely document the stool's appearance as having what quality? A) Greasy B) Clay-colored C) Currant jelly-like D) Bloody
C
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results of a child diagnosed with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). What would the nurse interpret as indicative of this disorder? A) Shortened prothrombin time B) Increased fibrinogen level C) Positive fibrin split products D) Increased platelets
C
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results of a child with nephrotic syndrome. What would the nurse least likely expect to find? A. Hyperlipidemia B. Hypoalbuminemia C. Decreased blood urea nitrogen (BUN) D. Hypoproteinemia
C
The nurse is reviewing the white blood cell differential of a 4-year-old girl. Which value would lead the nurse to be concerned? A) Bands: 8% B) Segs: 28% C) Eosinophils: 10% D) Basophils: 0%
C
The nurse is teaching the mother of a 5-year-old boy with a myelomeningocele who has developed a sensitivity to latex. Which response from his mother indicates a need for further teaching? A. "He needs to get a medical alert identification." B. "I will need to discuss this with his caregivers." C. "A product's label indicates whether it is latex-free." D. "He must avoid all contact with latex."
C
The school nurse is presenting a class to a group of students about common overuse disorders. Which disorder would the school nurse include? A. Dislocated radial head B. Transient synovitis of the hip C. Osgood-Schlatter disease D. Scoliosis
C
When examining the abdomen of a child, which technique would the nurse use last? A) Auscultation B) Percussion C) Palpation D) Inspection
C
Which finding would lead the nurse to suspect that a child is experiencing moderate dehydration? A) Dusky extremities B) Tenting of skin C) Sunken fontanels D) Hypotension
C
1. The nurse is providing instruction to the parents of a newborn boy. The parents have decided not to circumcise the child. What information should be included in the discussion? Select all answers that apply. A. The foreskin should be pulled back for cleaning at least once per day. B. The foreskin should be pulled back gently with each diaper change C. Clean the penis gently with soap and water. D. If the foreskin is not retractable do not force it. E. When the foreskin is retracted, gently replace it prior to completing diapering
C, D, E
A nurse is preparing a presentation for a group of parents of adolescents diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. What issues would the nurse need to address? Select all that apply. A) Self-monitoring of blood glucose levels B) Feelings of being different C) Deficient decision-making skills D) Body image conflicts E) Struggle for independence
C, D, E
The nurse suspects that a 4 year old with type 1 diabetes is experiencing hypoglycemia based on what findings? Select all that apply A) Blurred vision B) Dry, flushed skin C) Diaphoresis D) Slurred speech E) Fruity breath odor F) Tachycardia
C, D, F
A child has undergone surgery using steel bar placement to correct pectus excavatum. What position would the nurse instruct the parents to avoid? A. Semi-Fowler B. Supine C. High Fowler D. Side-lying
D
A child with cerebral palsy has undergone surgery for placement of a baclofen pump. Which instruction would the nurse include when teaching the parents about caring for their child? A. Wait 48 hours before allowing the child to take a tub bath. B. Do not allow the child to sleep on the left side for about 4 weeks. C. Call the health care provider if the child's temperature is over 100.5°F (38°C). D. Discourage the child from stretching or bending forward for 4 weeks
D
A group of nursing students are reviewing information about types of skin traction and skeletal traction. The students demonstrate understanding of this information when they identify which of these as a type of skeletal traction? A. Russell traction B. Bryant traction C. Buck traction D. Side arm 90-90 traction
D
A group of nursing students are reviewing the various drug classes used for cancer chemotherapy. The students demonstrate an understanding of these classes when they identify which agent as an example of a nitrosourea? A) Busulfan B) Thiotepa C) Cisplatin D) Carmustine
D
A group of students are reviewing information about fluid balance and losses in children in comparison to adults. The students demonstrate a need for additional review when they state that: A) children have a proportionately greater amount of body water than do adults. B) fever plays a greater role in insensible fluid losses in infants and children. C) a higher metabolic rate plays a major role in increased insensible fluid losses. D) the infant's immature kidneys have a tendency to over concentrate urine.
D
A group of students are reviewing information about renal failure in children. The students demonstrate a need for additional teaching when they identify which agent as a potential contributor to renal failure? A. Vancomycin B. Gentamicin C. Co-trimoxazole D. Amoxicillin
D
A group of students are reviewing information about the various types of insulin used to treat type 1 diabetes. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of these insulins as having the longest duration? A) Lispro B) Regular C) NPH D) Glargine
D
A nurse is teaching the parents of an infant with congenital adrenal hyperplasia about the signs and symptoms of adrenal crisis. The nurse determines that the teaching was successful when the parents correctly identify what sign of adrenal crisis? A) Bradycardia B) Constipation C) Fluid overload D) Persistent vomiting
D
A nursing instructor is developing a class presentation about the medications used to treat peptic ulcer disease. Which drug class would the instructor be least likely to include in the presentation? A) Antibiotics B) Proton pump inhibitors C) Histamine antagonists D) Prokinetics
D
A pediatric client diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy is prescribed a corticosteroid. Which statement by the caregiver indicates additional education by the nurse is needed? A. "I will monitor my child for signs of infection." B. "My child should take this medicine with food." C. "I will call the primary health care provider if my child develops a moon-face." D. "If I notice my child gain weight, I will stop the medication."
D
After teaching the parents of a 6-year-old how to administer an enema, the nurse determines that the teaching was successful when they state that they will give how much solution to their child? A) 100 to 200 mL B) 200 to 300 mL C) 250 to 500 mL D) 500 to 1,000 mL
D
An 8-year-old girl is scheduled for a renal ultrasound. What would the nurse include in the plan of care when preparing the child for this test? A. Withholding food and fluids after midnight B. Checking the child for allergies to shellfish C. Ensuring the child has a full bladder D. Informing the child she should feel no discomfort
D
The nurse has developed a plan of care for a 12-month old hospitalized with dehydration as a result of rotavirus. Which intervention would the nurse include in the plan of care? A) Encouraging consumption of fruit juice B) Offering Kool-Aid or popsicles as tolerated C) Encouraging milk products to boost caloric intake D) Maintaining the intravenous (IV) fluid rate as ordered
D
The nurse has developed a plan of care for a 6-year-old with muscular dystrophy. He was recently injured when he fell out of bed at home. Which intervention would the nurse suggest to prevent further injury? A. Recommend the bed's side rails be raised throughout the day and night. B. Suggest a caregiver be present continuously to prevent falls from bed. C. Encourage a loose restraint to be used when he is in bed. D. Recommend raising the bed's side rails when a caregiver is not present.
D
The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old girl with delayed puberty. Based on the nurse's knowledge of this condition, the nurse would include which nursing diagnosis in the child's plan of care? A) Disabled family coping related to the child's disorder B) Imbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements related to the child's short stature C) Noncompliance related to the need for lifelong hormone therapy D) Deficient knowledge related to the administration of estradiol
D
The nurse is caring for a 16-year-old boy with acute myelogenous leukemia who is having chemotherapy and who has incomplete records for varicella zoster immunization. Which is the priority nursing diagnosis? A) Pain related to adverse effects of treatment verbalized by the child B) Nausea related to side effects of chemotherapy verbalized by the child C) Constipation related to the use of opioid analgesics for pain D) Risk for infection related to neutropenia and immunosuppression
D
The nurse is caring for a 2-year-old boy with hemophilia. His parents are upset by the possibility that he will become infected with hepatitis or HIV from the clotting factor replacement therapy. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A) "Parents commonly fear the worst; however, the factor will help your child lead a normal life." B) "There are risks with any treatment including using blood products, but these are very minor." C) "Although factor replacement is expensive, there's more financial strain from missing work if he has a bleeding episode." D) "Since dry heat treatment of the factor began in 1986, there have been no reports of virus transmission."
D
The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old boy who has undergone an appendectomy. The child is unwilling to use the incentive spirometer. Which approach would be most appropriate to elicit the child's cooperation? A) "Can you cough for me please?" B) "You must blow in this or you might get pneumonia." C) "If you don't try, I will have to get the healthcare provider." D) "Can you blow this cotton ball across the tray?
D
The nurse is caring for a 7-year-old girl who is unadbeirbr.gcoomi/ntegst a stem cell transplant. What information would the nurse include in the child's postoperative plan of care? A) Assessing for petechiae, purpura, bruising, or bleeding B) Limiting blood draws to the minimum volume required C) Administering antiemetics around the clock as ordered D) Monitoring for severe diarrhea and maculopapular rash
D
The nurse is caring for a child recently diagnosed with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency. The nurse is teaching the parents about triggers that may result in oxidative stress. Which response indicates a need for further teaching? A) "I doubt he will ever eat fava beans, but they could trigger hemolysis." B) "He must avoid exposure to naphthalene, an agent found in mothballs." C) "He must never take methylene blue for a urinary tract infection." D) "My son can never take penicillin for an infection."
D
The nurse is caring for a child who has been admitted for a sickle cell crisis. What would the nurse do first to provide adequate pain management? A) Administer a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) as ordered. B) Use guided imagery and therapeutic touch. C) Administer meperidine as ordered. D) Initiate pain assessment with a standardized pain scale.
D
The nurse is obtaining a health history from parents whose 4-month-old boy has congenital hypothyroidism. What would the nurse most likely assess? A) The child has above-normal growth for his age B) The child is active and playful. C) The skin is pink and healthy looking. D) It is difficult to keep the child awake.
D
The nurse is providing postsurgical care for an infant who has undergone a hypospadias repair. Which action by the nurse would be most important to help keep the area clean while maintaining proper position of the drainage tubing? A. Keeping the drainage tube taped in an upright position B. Administering antibiotics as ordered C. Administering analgesics as prescribed D. Using a double-diapering technique
D
The parents of a 7-year-old girl with type 1 diabetes has been recording her blood glucose measurements before meals and at bedtime for the past 4 days; they are as follows: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday B: 120 mg/dL 135 mg/dL 124 mg/dL 200 mg/dL L: 110 mg/dL 120 mg/dL 140 mg/dL 220 mg/dL D: 90 mg/dL 140 mg/dL 130 mg/dL 200 mg/dL Bed: 110 mg/dL 110 mg/dL 160 mg/dL 240 mg/dL The paerents bring the child in for a follow up visit and show the nurse the results. Based on the results, the nurse would need to obtain additional information from the parents and child about which day? A) Monday B) Tuesday C) Wednesday D) Thursday
D
The parents of a child diagnosed with celiac disease ask the nurse what types of food they can offer their child. What recommendation would the nurse include in the teaching plan? A) Frozen yogurt B) Rye bread C) Creamed spinach D) Fruit juice
D
The parents of a child with congenital adrenal hyperplasia bring the child to the emergency department for evaluation because the child has had persistent vomiting. What finding would lead the nurse to suspect that the child is experiencing an acute adrenal crisis? A) Hypernatremia B) Bradycardia C) Hypertension D) Hyperkalemia
D
What finding would the nurse expect to assess in a child with hypothyroidism? A) Nervousness B) Heat intolerance C) Smooth velvety skin D) Weight gain
D
Which test result would the nurse least likely expect to find in a child diagnosed with Wilms tumor? A) Complete blood count (CBC) within normal limits B) Urinalysis positive for blood C) Mass on kidney D) Elevated homovanillic acid (HVA) with 24-hour urine collection
D