ATI questions for Pediatric Nursing
A
Involves adjusting to a new reality and continued rebuilding of the area. Counseling is sometimes needed. Those affected begin looking ahead. A.reconstruction B.honeymoon C.disllusionment D. heroic
C
Responders can experience depression and exhaustion. Phase contains unexpected delays in receiving aid. A.reconstruction B.honeymoon C.disllusionment D. heroic
A
A community health nurse is preparing an injury prevention program for the caregivers of toddlers who live in the community. Which of the following should the nurse include in the program? A Hot water heater thermostats should be set below 49° C (120° F). B Swimming lessons should begin at the age of 5. C Crib mattresses should be kept in the middle position. D Firearms do not need to be locked away as long as the child cannot reach them.
B
A nurse admitting a child who has hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). Which of the following laboratory result findings should the nurse report to the provider? A BUN 15 mg/dL B Hbg 8 g/dL C Hct 32% D Platelet 300,000/mm3
ACD
A nurse assessing a preschooler who is suspected of having a urinary tract infection. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Chills B Diarrhea C Vomiting D Fever E Pale-colored urine
ensure proper placmeent of the probe
A nurse caring for a child who is receiving oxygen therapy and is on a continuous oxygen saturation monitor with a reading of 89%. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? A Increase the oxygen flow rate. B Encourage the child to take deep breaths. C Ensure proper placement of the sensor probe. D Place the child in the Fowler's position
A
A nurse in a community center is providing an in-service to a group of parents on management of airway obstructions in toddlers. Which of the following responses by one of the caregivers indicates understanding? Select all that apply. A "I will push on my child's abdomen." B "I will hyperextend my child's head to open the airway." C "I will use my finger to check my child's mouth for objects." D "I will place my child in my car and take them to the closest emergency facility."
C
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a child whose parent reports that the child has swallowed paint thinner. The child is lethargic, gagging, and cyanotic. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A Induce vomiting with syrup of ipecac. B Insert a nasogastric tube, and administer activated charcoal. C Prepare for intubation with a cuffed endotracheal tube. D Administer chelation therapy using deferoxamine mesylate.
CDE
A nurse is admitting a child who has HIV. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as an indication that the child is in the mildly symptomatic category of HIV? Select all that apply. A Herpes zoster B Anemia C Recurrent sinusitis D Hepatomegaly E Lymphadenopathy
ACD
A nurse is admitting a child who has manifestations of severely symptomatic HIV. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Kaposi's sarcoma B Hepatitis C Wasting syndrome D Pulmonary candidiasis E Cardiomyopathy Submit
birth weight doubled
A nurse is assessing a 12-month-old infant during a well-child visit. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? A Closed anterior fontanel B Eruption of six teeth C Birth weight doubled D Birth length increased by 50%
head circumference is equal to chest circumference
A nurse is assessing a 2 ½-year-old toddler at a well-child visit. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? A Height increased by 7.5 cm (3 in) in the past year. B Head circumference exceeds chest circumference. C Anterior and posterior fontanels are closed. D Current weight equals four times the birth weight
plantar grasp
A nurse is assessing a 6-month-old infant. Which of the following reflexes should the infant exhibit? A Moro B Plantar grasp C Stepping D Tonic neck
ABC
A nurse is assessing a child who has a rotavirus infection. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. fever watery stools vomiting bloody stools confusion
CEB
A nurse is assessing a child who has an acute exacerbation of asthma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Oxygen saturation 96% B Wheezing C Retraction of sternal muscles D Bronchovesicular breath sounds E Cough
D
A nurse is assessing a child who has chronic kidney disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? A Flushed face B Hyperactivity C Weight gain D Delayed growth
BDF
A nurse is assessing a child who has epiglottitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Hoarseness B Difficulty swallowing C Low-grade fever D Drooling E Dry, barking cough F Stridor
ABD
A nurse is assessing a child who has major burns and suspected shock. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Altered sensorium B Increased body temperature C Decreased capillary refill time D Decreased urine output E Slow respirations
everything except for polyuria
A nurse is assessing a child who has nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Urine dipstick +2 protein B Edema in the ankles C Hyperlipidemia D Polyuria E Anorexia
creumn present bilat
A nurse is assessing a child's ears. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? A Light reflex is located at the 2 o'clock position. B Tympanic membrane is red in color. C Bony landmarks are not visible. D Cerumen is present bilaterally.
ACD
A nurse is assessing a male infant who has bladder exstrophy. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Epispadias B Hypospadias C Undescended testes D Widened pubic symptoms E Enlarged scrotal sac
ABD
A nurse is assessing a toddler for possible hearing loss. Which of the following findings are indications of a hearing impairment? Select all that apply. A Uses monotone speech B Speaks loudly C Repeats sentences D Appears shy E Is overly attentive to the surroundings
AD
A nurse is assessing an infant and hears click in their left hip. After reporting this finding, which of the following diagnostic procedures should the nurse anticipate the provider to perform? Select all that apply. A Barlow test B Manipulation of foot and ankle C Babinski reflex D Ortolani text E Ponseti method
BC
A nurse is assessing an infant who has congenital hypothyroidism. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect to find? Select all that apply. A Hypertonicity B Cool extremities C Short neck D Tachycardia E Hyperreflexia Submit
BC D
A nurse is assessing an infant who has otitis media for pain. Which of the following should the nurse identify as findings of pain in an infant? Select all that apply. A Pursed lips B Loud cry C Lowered eyebrows D Rigid body E Pushes away stimulus
BCE
A nurse is assessing an infant who has presented for a well-baby check-up. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as clinical manifestations of acute otitis media? Select all that apply. A Decreased pain in the supine position B Rolling head side to side C Loss of appetite D Increased sensitivity to sound E Crying Submit
authoritarian
A nurse is assisting a group of guardians of adolescents to develop skills that will improve communication within the family. The nurse hears one guardian state, "My son knows he better do what I say." Which of the following parenting styles is the parent exhibiting? authoritarian permissive authoritative uninvolved
weight scoliosis BMI
A nurse is assisting with providing anticipatory guidance to the parents of an adolescent. Which of the following screenings should the nurse recommend to the parents that the adolescent receive annually? Select all that apply. A Body mass index B Blood lead level C 24-hr dietary recall D Weight E Scoliosis
B
A nurse is caring for a child who has Hirschsprung's disease. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A Encourage a high-fiber, low-protein, low-calorie diet. B Prepare the family for surgery. C Place an NG tube for decompression. D Initiate bed rest.
AC
A nurse is caring for a child who has Meckel's diverticulum. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Abdominal pain B Fever C Mucus and blood in stools D Vomiting E Rapid, shallow breathing
A
A nurse is caring for a child who has a major full thickness burn and is experiencing severe pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement to manage this child's pain? A Administer morphine sulfate IV B Administer meperidine IM C Administer acetaminophen PO D Administer ibuprofen PO
D
A nurse is caring for a child who has a superficial partial-thickness burn. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A Administer IV infusion of 0.9% sodium chloride. B Apply ice to burn C Cleanse the burn using a soft-bristle brush D Administer acetaminophen
ABC
A nurse is caring for a child who has absence seizures. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Loss of consciousness B Appearance of daydreaming C Dropping held objects D Falling to the floor E Having a piercing cry
D
A nurse is caring for a child who has an acute kidney injury. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? A Encourage fluid intake B Obtain weight every other day C Monitoring for hypokalemia D Administer antihypertensive
CD
A nurse is caring for a child who has bronchiolitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply. A Initiate airborne precautions. B Initiate chest percussion and postural drainage. C Administer humidified oxygen. D Suction the nasopharynx as needed. E Administer oral penicillin.
Pain
A nurse is caring for a child who is being evaluated for osteosarcoma. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect the child to report? Pain abdominal mass discoloartion of the skin abdominal bruising
D
A nurse is caring for a child who is in a full plaster spica cast. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A Use a heat lamp to facilitate drying of the cast. B Avoid turning the child until the cast is dry. C Assist the child with crutch walking after the cast is dry. D Apply moleskin to the edges of the cast.
everything but A
A nurse is caring for a child who is receiving a bronchodilator medication by nebulized aerosol therapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply. A Instruct the child that the treatment will last 30 min. B Obtain vital signs prior to the procedure. C Tell the child to take slow deep breaths. D Determine if the child should use a mask. E Attach the device to an air source.
AE
A nurse is caring for a child who is suspected of having rheumatic fever. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Erythema marginatum (rash) B Continuous joint pain of the fingers C Tender, subcutaneous nodules D Decreased erythrocyte sedimentation rate E Elevated C-reactive protein
side lying
A nurse is caring for a child who just experienced a generalized seizure. Which of the following is the priority action for the nurse to take? A Position the child in a side-lying position. B Try to determine the seizure trigger. C Reorient the child to the environment. D Note the time of the postictal period.
BCE
A nurse is caring for a child who sustained a fracture. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply. A Place a heat pack on the injured area. B Elevate the affected extremity. C Check neurovascular status frequently. D Encourage ROM of the affected extremity. E Stabilize the affected extremity.
Place the client on NPO status
A nurse is caring for a client who has suspected meningitis and a decreased level of consciousness. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A Place the client on NPO status. B Prepare the client for a liver biopsy. C Position the client dorsal recumbent. D Put the client in a protective environment.
B
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has had rhinitis, cough, and diarrhea for 2 days. Upon assessment, it is noted that the tympanic membrane has an orange discoloration and decreased movement. Which of the following statements should the nurse make to the caregiver? A "Your child has an ear infection that requires antibiotics." B "Your child may have transient hearing loss." C "Your child will need a decongestant until this condition clears." D "Your child will need to have a myringotomy."
Speech difficulties
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has had three ear infections in the past 5 months. The nurse should identify that the toddler is at risk for developing which of the following long-term complications? A Balance difficulties B Rash C Speech delays D Mastoiditis
BDC
A nurse is caring for a toddler who is on a pediatric unit. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse identify as an effect of hospitalization? Select all that apply. A Believes the experience is a punishment B Experiences separation anxiety C Displays intense emotions D Exhibits regressive behaviors E Manifests disturbance in body image
ABD
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has a closed head injury. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as manifestations of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)? Select all that apply. A Report of headache B Alteration in pupillary response C Increased motor response D Increased sleeping E Increased sensory response
A
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has acne and is receiving prescribed isotretinoin. Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse plan to monitor? A Cholesterol and triglycerides B BUN and creatinine C Blood potassium D Blood sodium
B
A nurse is caring for an infant who has a hydrocele. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A Prepare the infant for surgery. B Explain to the parents that condition generally self-resolves. C Retract the foreskin of the penis and cleanse several times daily. D Refer the parents for genetic counseling.
C
A nurse is caring for child who has enuresis and has a prescription for desmopressin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A Administer in the morning. B Administer nasally. C Monitor electrolytes. D Encourage fluids after meals.
breaths of 30 per minute
A nurse is checking the vital signs of a 3-year-old child during a well-child visit. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? temp 99 hr 106 breaths 30 per minute bp 93/52
B
A nurse is conducting health screenings at a community health fair and identifies several clients who require referral to a provider. Which of the following statements by a client indicates a barrier to accessing health care? A "I don't drive, and my son is only available to take me places in the mornings." B "I can't take off work during the day, and the local after-hours clinic is no longer in operation." C "Only two doctors in my town are designated providers by my health insurance." D "I would prefer to schedule an appointment with a doctor who is bilingual."
growth changes between boys and girls become evident
A nurse is discussing prepubescence and preadolescence with a group of caregivers of school-age children. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the discussion? A Initial physiologic changes appear during early childhood. B Changes in height and weight occur slowly during this period. C Growth differences between boys and girls become evident. D Sexual maturation becomes highly visible in boys
everything except for being underweight
A nurse is discussing risk factors for asthma with a group of newly licensed nurses. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A Family history of asthma B Family history of allergies C Exposure to smoke D Low birth weight E Being underweight
B
A nurse is discussing with the guardian of a child about risk factors for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include? A Formula-feeding as an infant B History of head trauma C History of postterm birth D Child of a single guardian
rattle crude pincer grasp
A nurse is performing a developmental screening on a 9-month-old infant. Which of the following fine motor skills should the nurse expect the infant to perform? (Select all that apply.) A Grasp a rattle by the handle B Try building a two-block tower C Use a crude pincer grasp D Place objects into a container E Sit unsupported
using a spoon walks independantly
A nurse is performing a developmental screening on an 18-month-old. Which of the following skills should the nurse expect the toddler to be able to perform? (Select all that apply.) A Removes few articles of their clothing B Attempts using a spoon C Walks independently without holding onto furniture D Jumps off ground using both feet E Turns pages in book one at time
everything but childs physical growth
A nurse is performing a family assessment. Which of the following should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.) medical history parents education level support systems childs physical growth stressors
clenching teeth detectcing facial touches
A nurse is performing a neurologic assessment on an adolescent. Which of the following responses should the nurse expect the adolescent to exhibit when assessing the trigeminal nerve? Select all that apply. A Clenching teeth together tightly B Recognizing sour tastes on the back of the tongue C Identifying smells through each nostril D Detecting facial touches with eyes closed E Looking down and in with the eyes
D
A nurse is planning a community health program. Which of the following actions should the nurse include as part of the evaluation plan? A Determine availability of resources to initiate the plan. B Gain approval for the program from local leaders. C Establish a timeline for implementation of interventions D Compare program impact to similar programs.
CBD
A nurse is planning care for a child who has an exacerbation of asthma. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? Select all that apply. A Perform chest percussion. B Place the child in an upright position. C Monitor oxygen saturation. D Administer bronchodilators. E Administer dornase alfa daily.
BDE
A nurse is planning care for an infant who has ambiguous genitalia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply. A Prepare the infant for immediate surgery. B Obtain adrenal function laboratory testing. C Cover the infant's genitals with a sterile dressing. D Refer the parents for genetic counseling. E Teach the importance of chromosomal analysis with the infant's parents.
pacifier, swaddling, kangaroo care
A nurse is planning care for an infant who is experiencing pain. Which of the following nonpharmacological interventions should the nurse include the plan of care? Select all that apply. A Offer a pacifier. B Use guided imagery. C Use swaddling. D Initiate a behavioral contract. E Encourage kangaroo care.
ADE
A nurse is preparing a toddler for an intravenous catheter insertion using atraumatic care. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply. A Explain the procedure using the child's favorite toy. B Ask the parents to leave during the procedure. C Perform the procedure with the child in his bed. D Allow the child to make one choice regarding the procedure. E Apply lidocaine and prilocaine cream to three potential insertion sites.
cals should be 1400
A nurse is preparing an education program for a group of caregivers of preschool-age children about promoting optimum nutrition. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? A Total fat intake should equal 20% of total daily caloric intake. B Average calorie intake should be 1,400 calories per day. C Daily intake of fruits and vegetables should total 2 servings. D Healthy diets include a total of 8 g protein each day.
ACEB
A nurse is preparing an educational program on cultural perspectives in nursing. The nurse should include that which of the following actions by community members are influenced by social and cultural determinants of health? Select all that apply. A Changing methods of preparing food B Moving in with a parent to become their caregiver C Seeking care from a medical provider when ill D Family history of hypertension E Asking a faith healer to cure a mental illness
CDE
A nurse is preparing to administer medication to a pre-school aged child. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? Select all that apply. A Ask the caregiver to state the child's name. B Allow the caregiver to administer the medication. C Calculate the safe dosage of the medication. D Let the child pick a toy to hold during administration of the medication. E Offer juice after the medication is administered.
everything except for fever
A nurse is preparing to admit a child who has a fracture. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Crepitus B Edema C Pain D Fever E Ecchymosis
allow the kid to play using miniature equipment
A nurse is preparing to assess a preschooler. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prepare the child? A Allow the child to role-play using miniature equipment. B Use medical terminology to describe what will happen. C Separate the child from the caregiver during the examination. D Keep medical equipment visible to the child.
everything but E
A nurse is providing anticipatory guidance to the caregivers of a toddler. Which of the following should the nurse include? Select all that apply. A Develop food habits that will prevent dental caries. B A decrease in appetite is common in toddlers C Expression of bedtime fears is common. D Expect behaviors associated with negativism and ritualism. E Annual screenings for phenylketonuria are important.
B
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a child who has cystic fibrosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? A Provide a low-calorie, low-protein diet. B Administer pancreatic enzymes with meals and snacks. C Implement a fluid restriction during times of infection. D Restrict physical activity.
Jumping rope
A nurse is providing education to the caregivers of a 6-year-old about age-appropriate activities for the child. Which of the following activities should the nurse include in teaching? jumping rope card games Jigsaw puzzles competetive sports
6 ounces of fruit juice
A nurse is providing education to the guardian of a 3-month-old infant about care of the infant during the first year of life. Which of the following statements by the guardian indicates an understanding of the teaching? A "My baby can have up to 6 ounces of fruit juice a day after they are 6 months old." B "I should expect my baby to begin showing signs of separation anxiety around 10 months of age." C "I should consider starting my baby on vitamin D when they are 4 months old." D "My baby should be able to say 6 to 8 words by the time they are 1-year-old."
B
A nurse is providing preconception teaching with a client who has phenylketonuria (PKU). Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? A Follow a low-phenylalanine diet once pregnancy is confirmed. B The disorder can cause cognitive impairment in newborns. C Increase intake of dietary proteins prior to conception. D The client will require a cesarean birth due to the likelihood of having a fetus with macrosomia.
AD
A nurse is providing teaching about epistaxis to the parent of a school-age child. Which of the following should the nurse include as an action to take when managing an episode of epistaxis? Select all that apply. A Press the nares together for at least 10 min. B Breathe through the nose until bleeding stops. C Pack cotton or tissue into the naris that is bleeding. D Apply ice across the bridge of the nose. E Insert petroleum into the naris after the bleeding stops.
stop growing 2 years after the first menustral period
A nurse is providing teaching about expected changes during puberty to a group of guardians of early adolescent females. Which of the following statements by one of the guardians should the nurse identify as indicating an understanding of the teaching? A "Females usually stop growing about 2 years after they have had their first menstrual period." B "Females are expected to gain about 65 pounds during puberty." C "Females experience menstruation prior to breast development." D "Females typically grow more than 10 inches during puberty."
B
A nurse is providing teaching to a caregiver about acetaminophen poisoning. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? A Nausea begins 36 hr after ingestion. B Pallor can appear in the first 24 hr after ingestion. C Jaundice will appear in 12 hr if the child is toxic. D Children can have 4 g/day of acetaminophen.
A
A nurse is providing teaching to the caregivers of a child who is to have an electroencephalogram (EEG). Which of the following statements, by the caregiver indicates understanding of the teaching? A "My child should remain still during this procedure." B "I cannot wash my child's hair prior to the procedure." C "I should not give my child anything to eat prior to the procedure." D "This procedure will be very painful for my child."
D
A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a child who has a new prescription for liquid oral iron supplements. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching? A "I should take my child to the emergency department if his stools become dark." B "My child should avoid eating citrus fruits while taking the supplements." C "I should give the iron with milk to help prevent an upset stomach." D "My child should take the supplement through a straw."
everything but wear nylon
A nurse is providing teaching with the guardian of a child who has a urinary tract infection. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? Select all that apply. A Wear nylon underpants. B Avoid bubble baths. C Empty bladder completely with each void. D Watch for manifestations of infection. E Increase fiber intake.
C
A nurse is providing teaching with the parents of a child who has enuresis about behavioral therapy management. Which of the following statement by a parent indicates understanding? A "We should avoid waking our child up during the night to use the bathroom." B "With behavioral therapy, we should scold our child when they have unexpected events." C "We can reward our child when they have dry nights." D "With behavioral therapy, we can purchase urine sensor alarms for our child."
A
A nurse is reviewing the diagnostic findings for a preschool age child who is suspected of having cystic fibrosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of cystic fibrosis? A Sweat chloride content 85 mEq/L B Increased blood levels of fat-soluble vitamins C 72 hr stool analysis sample indicating hard, packed stools D Chest x-ray negative for atelectasis
D
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a newborn who has necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a risk factor for NEC? A Macrosomia B Transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN) C Maternal gestational hypertension D Gestational age 36 weeks
D a component of hospice care is controlling manifestations of the medical problem
A nurse is speaking with a client who asks for additional information about hospice. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? A "Clients who require skilled nursing care at home qualify for hospice care." B "One function of hospice is to provide teaching to clients about life‑sustaining measures." C "Hospice assists clients to develop the skills needed to care for themselves independently." D "A component of hospice care is controlling manifestations of the medical problem."
AC
A nurse is teaching a child who has asthma how to use a peak flow meter. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A Zero the meter before each use. B Record the average of the attempts. C Perform three attempts. D Deliver a long, slow breath into the meter. E Sit in a chair with feet on the floor.
ACD
A nurse is teaching a group of caregivers about E. coli. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A Severe abdominal cramping occurs. B Watery diarrhea is present for more than 5 days. C It can lead to hemolytic uremic syndrome. D It is a foodborne pathogen. E Antibiotics are given for treatment.
kicking a stranger is an example
A nurse is teaching a group of caregivers about separation anxiety. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? A It is often observed in the school-age child. B Detachment is the stage exhibited in the hospital. C It results in prolonged issues of adaptability. D Kicking a stranger is an example.
ABC
A nurse is teaching a group of caregivers about the risk factors for seizures. Which of the following factors should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A Febrile episodes B Hypoglycemia C Sodium imbalances D Low blood lead levels E Presence of diphtheria
CBD
A nurse is teaching a group of parents about Salmonella. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A Incubation period is nonspecific. B It is a bacterial infection. C Bloody diarrhea is common. D Transmission can be from house pets. E Antibiotics are used for treatment.
CDE
A nurse is teaching a group of parents about possible manifestations of Down syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A A large head with bulging fontanels B Larger ears that are set back C Protruding abdomen D Broad, short feet and hands E Hypotonia
BDe bonus
A nurse is teaching a guardian of an infant about administration of oral medications. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A Use a universal dropper for medication administration. B Ask the pharmacy to add flavoring to the medication. C Add the medication to a formula bottle before feeding. D Use the nipple of a bottle to administer the medication. E Hold the infant in a semi-reclining position.
ACD
A nurse is teaching a parent of a child who has HIV. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply. A Obtain yearly influenza vaccination. B Monitor a fever for 24 hr before seeking medical care. C Avoid individuals who have colds. D Provide nutritional supplements. E Administer aspirin for pain.
ABD
A nurse is teaching a parent of an infant who has gastrointestinal reflux disease. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A Offer frequent feedings. B Thicken formula with rice cereal. C Use a bottle with a one-way valve. D Position infant upright after feedings E Use a wide-based nipple for feedings. Submit
B
A nurse is teaching the parent of a newborn how to treat the newborn's plagiocephaly. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching? A "I will put my baby to sleep on the belly during her afternoon nap." B "I will monitor my baby for manifestations of neurologic damage." C "I should change which side of the head my baby sleeps on every night." D "I should allow my baby to sleep in an infant swing."
defines consistencies in how families change
A nurse manager on a pediatric unit is preparing an education program about working with families for a group of newly licensed nurses. Which of the following should the nurse include when discussing the developmental theory? A Describes that stress is inevitable B Emphasizes that change with one member affects the entire family C Provides guidance to assist families adapting to stress D Defines consistencies in how families change
B
A school nurse is planning an educational session for parents about fractures. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? A "Children need a longer time to heal from a fracture than an adult." B "Epiphyseal plate injuries can result in altered bone growth." C "A greenstick fracture is a complete break in the bone." D "Bones are unable to bend so they break."
BC
After reviewing Josh's medical record, which of the following findings should Malaya identify as risk factors for hyperbilirubinemia? A Blood type B Gestational age C Feeding method D Delivery type
B
The nurse in this scenario is providing discharge teaching to the child's mother. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? A "Your child may resume their normal level of activity in 24 hours." B "You should administer acetaminophen to your child for discomfort at the insertion site." C "Drainage and swelling are expected at the insertion site for the first week after the procedure." D "It is expected for the extremity that was used for the procedure to be cool to the touch."
BCE
nurse is assessing an infant who has scabies. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. A Presence of nits on the hair shaft B Pencil-like marks on hands C Blisters on the soles of the feet D Small, red bumps on the scalp E Pimples on the trunk
