Chapter 8

A mother would like to have a second child and would like to know when she should begin potty-training her first child, who is 20 months old. What would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

"It will be best if you wait until your child is at least 3 years of age before potty-training."

Which of the following statements is true regarding the differences between children and adults? Select all that apply.

A) Body surface area is greater in comparison to total weight. B) Toddlers breathe using their abdomen. C) The tongue of a child is larger with a shorter, more narrow airway.

A mother is considering potty-training her twin boy and girl children. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in determining readiness? Select all that apply.

A) Both children are able to pull pants up and down on their own. B) Both children should have regular bowel movements.

During a well-child visit, the nurse would ask about which developmental milestones in a 13-month-old toddler? Select all that apply.

A) Does your child experience separation anxiety? B) Which words does your child say?

Which of these developmental milestones should the nurse expect to find in children who are between 2 and 3 years old? Select all that apply.

A) Feeds self independently with fork and spoon B)Knows colors and shapes

A 19-month-old toddler is at the primary care office for a well-child visit. Which of the following statements is correct regarding physical assessment? Select all that apply.

A) Have the child lie down when measuring height. B) Obtain body mass index. C) Head circumference measurements are needed until 2 years of age.

When assessing a toddler or preschooler, the nurse should keep in mind that children will respond to which of the following measures?

Being allowed to touch equipment before the nurse uses it.

A preschool-aged child saw that it started to rain after eating pasta and now believes that it will rain the next time they eat pasta as well. What belief is the child exhibiting?

Magical thinking

A toddler's parent asks the nurse for suggestions on dealing with temper tantrums. Of the following, which is the most appropriate recommendation?

Remain close by the child but ignore the behavior.

During a well-child visit, you are providing anticipatory guidance to the parents of a toddler. Which of the following statements is accurate?

Temper tantrums can be a sign of illness or stress in a child.