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4. The nurse is caring for a child who is having an anaphylactic reaction with bronchospasm. The nurse would expect to administer what medication for bronchospasm as ordered? A) Epinephrine B) Corticosteroid C) Albuterol D) Diphenhydramine Ans: C

4. The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a 9-month-old baby with a flat, discolored area on the skin. The nurse documents this as a: A) papule. B) macule. C) vesicle. D) scale. Ans: B

13. A nurse is assessing the skin of a child with cellulitis. What would the nurse expect to find? A) Red, raised hair follicles B) Warmth at skin disruption site C) Papules progressing to vesicles D) Honey-colored exudate Ans: B

1. 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 Ans: A

1. 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. Ans: D

1. The nurse is teaching the mother of a 5-year-old boy with a history of impaction how to administer enemas at home. Which response from the mother indicates a need for further teaching? A) "I should position him on his abdomen with knees bent." B) "He will require 250 to 500 mL of enema solution." C) "I should wash my hands and then wear gloves." D) "He should retain the solution for 5 to 10 minutes." Ans: A

1. 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." Ans: C

1. The nurse is teaching the mother of a toddler about burn prevention. Which response by the mother indicates a need for further teaching? A) "We will leave fireworks displays to the professionals." B) "I will set our water heater at 130 degrees." C) "All sleepwear should be flame retardant." D) "The handles of pots on the stove should face inward."

1. While providing care to a 5-month-old girl whose family has a history of food allergies, the nurse instructs the parents about foods to be avoided in the first year of life. Which response by the parents indicates a need for further teaching? A) "She cannot have any cow's milk." B) "I should continue breastfeeding until at least 6 months." C) "Peanuts in any form should be avoided." D) "Any kind of fruit is acceptable."

1.When providing care to a newborn infant who was born at 29 weeks' gestation, the nurse integrates knowledge of potential complications, being alert for signs and symptoms of what priority condition? A)Neonatal conjunctivitis B)Facial deformities C)Intracranial hemorrhage D)Incomplete myelinization Ans:C

10. The nurse is administering intravenous immune globulin (IVIG). The nurse assesses vital signs and for adverse reactions every 15 minutes for the first hour of administration. After the first hour, the nurse most likely would continue to assess the child at which frequency? A) Every 30 minutes B) Every 45 minutes C) Every 60 minutes D) Every 2 hours Ans: A

10. 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." Ans: A

13. 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 Ans: C

10. The nurse is caring for a child with widespread itching and has recommended bathing as a relief measure. After teaching the mother about this, which statement from the mother indicates a need for further instruction? A) "After bathing, I need to rub his skin everywhere to make sure he is completely dry." B) "I must make sure I use lukewarm water instead of hot water." C) "Oatmeal baths are helpful; we can add Aveeno skin relief bath treatment." D) "We should leave his skin moist before applying medication or moisturizer." Ans: A

10. 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." Ans: B

10. 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 Ans: D

10. 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 Ans: A

10.A 4-year-old boy has a history of seizures and has been started on a ketogenic diet. Which food selection would be most appropriate for his lunch? A)Fried eggs, bacon, and iced tea B)A hamburger on a bun, French fries, and milk C)Spaghetti with meatballs, garlic bread, and a cola drink D)A grilled cheese sandwich, potato chips, and a milkshake Ans:A

11. 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 Ans: C

11. After teaching a class about the differences in the skin of infants and adults, the nurse determines that additional teaching is necessary when the class states: A) "An infant's skin is thinner than an adult's, so substances placed on the skin are absorbed more readily." B) "The infant's epidermis is loosely connected to the dermis, increasing the risk for breakdown." C) "The infant has a lower risk for damage from ultraviolet radiation because the skin is more pigmented." D) "An infant has less subcutaneous fat, which places the infant at a higher risk for heat loss." Ans: C

11. 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 Ans: D

11. 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 Ans: D

11. When examining the abdomen of a child, which technique would the nurse use last? A) Auscultation B) Percussion C) Palpation D) Inspection Ans: C

11. When reviewing the history of a child with suspected primary immunodeficiency, what would the nurse be least likely to find? A) Weight appropriate for height B) Antibiotic therapy for the past 3 months without effect C) Ten episodes of otitis media in the last year D) Three bouts of sinusitis within a year's time Ans: A

11.A child with increased intracranial pressure is being treated with hyperventilation. The nurse understands the need for this treatment is based on what? A)PaCO2 levels decrease, causing vasoconstriction. B)Drainage of cerebrospinal fluid occurs. C)Activity is controlled via a stimulator. D)Hyperexcitability of the nerves is reduced. Ans:A

12. 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." Ans: A

12. 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. Ans: B

12. The nurse is preparing a class for a group of adolescents about reducing the risk of skin cancer. What information would the nurse include? A) Using a sunscreen with para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) with an SPF of at least 10 B) Applying sunscreen at least 1 hour before going outside in the sun C) Avoiding sun exposure between the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM D) Using artificial ultraviolet (UV) tanning beds instead of sun exposure Ans: C

12. The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for the parents of a child with a urinary tract infection (UTI). What would the nurse encourage the parents to avoid? A) Liberal fluid intake B) Caffeine C) Cranberry juice D) Cotton underwear Ans: B

12. What would the nurse expect to find in a male infant with Wiskott--Aldrich syndrome? A) Eczema B) Thrombocytosis C) Lymphadenopathy D) Pneumonia Ans: A

12. 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 Ans: C

12.The nurse assesses a child's level of consciousness, noting that the child falls asleep unless he is stimulated. The nurse documents this finding as: A)Confusion B)Obtunded C)Stupor D)Coma Ans:B

13. After teaching a class about humoral and cellular immunity, the nurse recognizes that additional teaching is needed when the class states that: A) humoral immunity crosses the placenta. B) cellular immunity involves the T lymphocytes. C) cellular immunity recognizes antigens. D) humoral immunity does not destroy the foreign cell. Ans: C

13. 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 this as the rationale. A) To treat low calcium levels B) To stimulate growth in stature C) To stimulate red blood cell growth D) To correct acidosis Ans: C

13. 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 Ans: B

13. 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 Ans: B

13.During a well-child visit, the nurse assesses an infant's ability to suck on a pacifier. The nurse is assessing which cranial nerve? A)Olfactory B)Trigeminal C)Facial D)Accessory Ans:B

14. 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 Ans: B

14. 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." Ans: B

14. 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 Ans: B

14. 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 Ans: D

14. When developing the plan of care for a child with burns requiring fluid replacement therapy, what information would the nurse expect to include? A) Administration of colloid initially followed by a crystalloid B) Determination of fluid replacement based on the type of burn C) Administration of most of the volume during the first 8 hours D) Monitoring of hourly urine output to achieve less than 1 mL/kg/hr Ans: C

14. When teaching a group of new parents about newborn care and development, which immunoglobulin would the nurse explain as being primarily responsible for the passive immunity exhibited by newborns? A) IgA B) IgG C) IgM D) IgE Ans: B

14.The nurse inspects the eyes of a child and observes that the sclera is showing over the top of the iris. The nurse documents this finding as: A)Decorticate posturing B)Nystagmus C)Doll's eye D)Sunsetting Ans:D

15. A child with spastic cerebral palsy is to receive botulin toxin. The nurse prepares the child for administration of this drug by which route? A) Oral B) Subcutaneous injection C) Intramuscular injection D) Intravenous infusion Ans: C

15. 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. Ans: C

15. 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." Ans: B

15. 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 Ans: C

15. What would the nurse include when teaching an adolescent about tinea pedis? A) "Keep your feet moist and open to the air as much as possible." B) "Dry the area between your toes really well." C) "Wear nylon or synthetic socks every day." D) "Go barefoot when you are in the locker room at school." Ans: B

15. Which exercise would the nurse suggest as most helpful to maintain mobility in a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis? A) Jogging every other day B) Using a treadmill C) Swimming D) Playing basketball Ans: C

15.What finding would lead the nurse to suspect that a child is beginning to develop increased intracranial pressure? A)Bradycardia B)Cheyne--Stokes respirations C)Fixed, dilated pupils D)Projectile vomiting Ans:D

16. A child is diagnosed with atopic dermatitis. Which laboratory test would the nurse expect the child to undergo to provide additional evidence for this condition? A) Erythrocyte sedimentation rate B) Potassium hydroxide prep C) Wound culture D) Serum immunoglobulin E (IgE) level Ans: D

16. 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 Ans: B

16. A child is diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis and is receiving several different medications listed in the medication administration record. Which agent would the nurse identify as being used to prevent disease progression? A) Aspirin B) Prednisone C) Ibuprofen D) Methotrexate Ans: D

16. A nurse is conducting a physical examination of an infant and observes the urethral opening on the dorsal side of the penis. The nurse documents this finding as: A) hypospadias. B) epispadias. C) varicocele. D) hydrocele. Ans: B

16. 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." Ans: B

16. 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 Ans: A

16.A nurse is talking with the parents of a child who has had a febrile seizure. The nurse would integrate an understanding of what information into the discussion? A)The child's risk for cognitive problems is greatly increased. B)Structural damage occurs with febrile seizure. C)The child's risk for epilepsy is now increased. D)Febrile seizures are benign in nature. Ans:D

17. A 15-year-old boy comes to the emergency department accompanied by his parents. The boy reports an abrupt onset of sudden pain on the right side of his scrotum. When asked to rate his pain on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the most severe, the boy states, "It's a 12." Further assessment reveals a blue-black swelling on the affected side. The nurse suspects testicular torsion and immediately notifies the healthcare provider because: A) the condition is a surgical emergency. B) the boy is at risk for sepsis. C) intravenous antibiotics need to be initiated. D) renal failure is imminent. Ans: A

17. 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) Waiting 48 hours before allowing the child to take a tub bath B) Not allowing the child to sleep on his side for about 4 weeks C) Calling the healthcare provider if the child's temperature is over 100.5°F D) Discouraging the child from stretching or bending forward for 4 weeks Ans: D

17. 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 Ans: A

17. A group of nursing students are reviewing information about humoral and cellular immunity. The students demonstrate understanding of this material when they identify what as being involved in cellular immunity? A) B cells B) Antibodies C) Antigens D) T cells Ans: D

17. 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 overconcentrate urine. Ans: D

17. The nurse is providing care to a child with folliculitis. What would the nurse expect to administer? A) Topical mupirocin B) Oral cephalosporin C) Intravenous oxacillin D) Topical Eucerin cream Ans: A

17.A nurse is preparing a school-aged child for a lumbar puncture. The nurse would expect to position the child in which manner? A)On her side with the head flexed forward and knees flexed to the abdomen B)Sitting upright with the head flexed forward to the chest C)Supine with arms and legs pronated and extended D)Prone with the arms flexed under the chest Ans:A

18. A nurse is preparing a class for parents of infants about managing diaper dermatitis. What advice would the nurse include in the presentation? Select all that apply. A) Applying topical nystatin to the diaper area B) Using a blow dryer on warm to dry the diaper area C) Refraining from using rubber pants over diapers D) Using scented diaper wipes to clean the area E) Washing the diaper area with an antibacterial soap Ans: B, C

18. A nurse is preparing a plan of care for a child with a primary immunodeficiency. Which nursing diagnosis is the priority? A) Imbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements related to poor appetite B) Ineffective protection related to impaired humoral defenses C) Acute pain related to inflammatory processes D) Risk for delayed growth and development related to chronic illness Ans: B

BDE

18. A nursing instructor is preparing for a class discussion on spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). When describing type 2 SMA, which information would the instructor 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 Ans: B, D, E

18. 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?" Ans: A

18. The nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results of a child with Addison disease. What would the nurse expect to find? A) Hypernatremia B) Hyperkalemia C) Hyperglycemia D) Hypercalcemia Ans: B

18. 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 Ans: C

18.A group of nursing students are reviewing information related to seizures that occur in infants and children. The students demonstrate a need for additional review when they identify which type as common in neonates? A)Tonic B)Focal clonic C)Multifocal clonic D)Myoclonic Ans:D

19. A child with hypogammaglobulinemia is to receive intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG). What action would not be correct to take? A) Shake the vial after reconstituting it B) Premedicate the child with acetaminophen C) Obtain preinfusion vital signs D) Check serum blood urea nitrogen and creatinine levels Ans: A

ABD

19. A group of students are preparing for a class exam on skin disorders. As part of their preparation, they are reviewing information about acne vulgaris and its association with increased sebum production. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which areas as having the highest sebaceous gland activity? Select all that apply. A) Face B) Upper chest C) Neck D) Back E) Shoulders Ans: A, B, D

19. 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 Ans: D

19. After teaching a class of nursing students about muscular dystrophy, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which type of muscular dystrophy as demonstrating an X-linked recessive pattern of inheritance? A) Limb-girdle B) Myotonic C) Distal D) Duchenne Ans: D

19. 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. Ans: C

19. 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 examination, what would the nurse most likely find? A) Sausage-shaped mass in the upper midabdomen 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 Ans: B

19.Hydrocephalus is suspected in a 4-month-old infant. Which would the nurse expect to assess? A)Sunken fontanels B)Diminished reflexes C)Lower extremity spasticity D)Skull symmetry Ans:C

2. A nurse is caring for a 12-year-old girl with a severe peanut allergy. The girl's parents are upset because the school does not permit her to carry her EpiPen with her. It must remain in the school's office per school regulations. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A) "She is allowed by law to carry her EpiPen with her; I will talk to school authorities." B) "Let's file an action plan and keep it in the school office in the event of anaphylaxis." C) "Make sure she wears a medical alert bracelet so that school staff know she has allergies." D) "I will be happy to train school authorities and staff to recognize anaphylaxis."

2. 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 Ans: B

2. The nurse is providing parental teaching about home care for an 8-year-old boy with widespread sunburn on his back and shoulders. Which response indicates a need for further teaching? A) "Cool compresses may help cool the burn." B) "He should manually peel off any flaking skin." C) "Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen are helpful." D) "He should avoid hot showers or baths for a couple of days." Ans: B

2. 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." Ans: A

2. 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." Ans: A

2. 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 Ans: B

2.The nurse knows that children have larger heads in relation to the body and a higher center of gravity. When developing a teaching plan for parents, the nurse includes information about an increased risk for which problem? A)Febrile seizures B)Head trauma C)Caput succedaneum D)Posterior plagiocephaly Ans:B

20. 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 Ans: D

20. 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 Ans: D

20. 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 Ans: D

ABD

20. A nursing student is reviewing information about primary immunodeficiencies. The student demonstrates understanding of the material by identifying which immunodeficiencies as affecting only males? Select all that apply. A) X-linked agammaglobulinemia B) Wiskott--Aldrich syndrome C) Selective IgA deficiency D) X-linked hyper-IgM syndrome E) IgG subclass deficiency F) Severe combined immune deficiency Ans: A, B, D

20. An 8-year-old girl was diagnosed with a closed fracture of the radius at approximately 2 PM The fracture was reduced in the emergency department and her arm placed in a cast. At 11 PM 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 healthcare provider immediately B) Applying ice C) Elevating the arm D) Giving additional pain medication as ordered Ans: A

20. An instructor is developing a plan for a class of nursing students on various skin disorders. When describing urticaria, what would the instructor include? A) It is a type IV hypersensitivity reaction. B) Histamine release leads to vasodilation. C) Wheals appear first followed by erythema. D) The nonpruritic rash blanches with pressure. Ans: B

20.A nurse is providing teaching to the parents of a child who has had a shunt inserted as treatment for hydrocephalus. The parents demonstrate understanding of the teaching when they make what statement? A)"Having the shunt put in decreases his risk for developmental problems." B)"If he doesn't get an infection in the first week, the risk is greatly reduced." C)"He will need more surgeries to replace the shunt as he grows." D)"The shunt will help to prevent any further complications from his disease." Ans:C

21. 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% Ans: B

21. A nurse is inspecting the skin of a child with atopic dermatitis. What would the nurse expect to observe? A) Erythematous papulovesicular rash B) Dry, red, scaly rash with lichenification C) Pustular vesicles with honey-colored exudates D) Hypopigmented oval scaly lesions Ans: B

21. 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 Ans: B

21. 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 boy's 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 healthcare provider about your treatment options." Ans: C

ACD

21. The nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results of a child who is suspected of having systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). What would the nurse identify as supporting this diagnosis? Select all that apply. A) Positive antinuclear antibody (ANA) B) Increased C3 levels C) Thrombocytopenia D) Decreased C4 levels E) Increased hematocrit Ans: A, C, D

21. 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 Ans: B

21.A nurse is preparing a presentation for an expectant parent group about neural tube defects and how to prevent them. Which would the nurse emphasize? A)Smoking cessation B)Aerobic exercise C)Increased calcium intake D)Folic acid supplementation Ans:D

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22. A child is diagnosed with a food allergy to milk. When teaching the parents about this allergy, what would the nurse suggest as possible substitutions for milk? Select all that apply. A) Fruit juice B) Rice milk C) Yogurt D) Nondairy creamers E) Soy milk Ans: A, B, E

22. 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." Ans: C

22. A nurse is performing a primary survey on a child who has sustained partial thickness burns over his upper body areas. What action should the nurse take first? A) Inspect the child's skin color. B) Assess for a patent airway. C) Observe for symmetric breathing. D) Palpate the child's pulse. Ans: B

22. 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." Ans: C

22. 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 Ans: A, C

25. A child with systemic lupus erythematosus is receiving high-dose corticosteroid therapy over the long term. The nurse would instruct the parents and child to report: A) difficulty urinating. B) visual changes. C) joint pain. D) rash. Ans: C

22. 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 parents 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 Ans: D

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22.A 15-year-old adolescent is brought to the emergency department by his parents. The adolescent is febrile with chills that started suddenly. He states, "I had a sinus infection and sore throat a couple of days ago." The nurse suspects bacterial meningitis based on which findings? Select all that apply. A)Complaints of stiff neck B)Photophobia C)Absent headache D)Negative Brudzinski sign E)Vomiting Ans:A, B, E

23. A 3-year-old child has sustained severe burns and is ordered to receive 100% oxygen. What would the nurse use to administer the oxygen? A) Nasal cannula B) Venturi mask C) Nonrebreather mask D) Oxygen hood Ans: C

23. 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 Ans: C

23. 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 Ans: C

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23. The nurse is assessing a child with acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis. What would the nurse expect to assess? Select all that apply. A) Irritability B) Abdominal pain C) Hypertension D) Crackles E) Polyphagia Ans: B, C, D

23. The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old in traction. While performing a 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. Ans: A

23. The nurse is talking to the parents of a child who has been diagnosed with severe combined immune deficiency (SCID). Which statement by the parents best indicates that they understand their child's condition? A) "He'll need to receive intravenous immunoglobulin routinely." B) "We'll need to prepare him and ourselves for a bone marrow transplant." C) "He'll need to receive several different types of antiviral medications." D) "We'll make sure that he has his EpiPen with him at all times." Ans: B

23.A child is brought to the emergency department after sustaining a concussion. The child is to be discharged home with his parents. What would the nurse include in the child's discharge instructions? A)"Expect his headache to get worse initially and then disappear." B)"Wake him every 2 to 4 hours to check his movement and responses." C)"Call your medical provider if he vomits more than five times." D)"Any watery fluid draining from his ears is normal." Ans:B

24. A group of students are reviewing information about gallbladder disease in children. The students demonstrate a need for additional review when 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. Ans: A

24. A nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of impaired urinary elimination related to urinary tract infection. 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. Ans: C

24. As part of a clinical conference with a group of nursing students, the instructor is describing the burn classification. The instructor determines that the teaching has been successful when the group identifies what as characteristic of full-thickness burns? A) Skin that is reddened, dry, and slightly swollen B) Skin appearing wet with significant pain C) Skin with blistering and swelling D) Skin that is leathery and dry with some numbness Ans: D

24. The nurse is assessing a child with pauciarticular-type juvenile idiopathic arthritis. What would the nurse expect to assess? A) Fever B) Rash C) Eye inflammation D) Splenomegaly Ans: C

24. 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." Ans: A

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24. 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 Ans: C, D, F

24.A nurse is preparing a presentation for a local health fair about meningitis and has developed a display that lists the following causes: Streptococcus group B Haemophilus influenzae type B Streptococcus pneumoniae Neisseria meningitidis What would the nurse highlight as the most common cause of meningitis in newborns? A)Streptococcus group B B)Haemophilus influenzae type B C)Streptococcus pneumoniae D)Neisseria meningitides Ans:A

25. A 4-year-old is brought to the emergency department with a burn. What would alert the nurse to the possibility of child abuse? A) Burn assessment correlates with mother's report of contact with a portable heater. B) Parents state that the injury occurred approximately 15 to 20 minutes ago. C) Clear delineations are noted between burned and nonburned skin areas. D) The burn area appears asymmetric and nonuniform. Ans: C

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25. 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 Ans: C, D, E

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25. 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 Ans: B, C, D, E

25. The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old boy in traction prior to surgery for slipped capital femoral epiphysis. He has been in an acute care setting for 2 weeks and will require an additional 10 days in the hospital. He is complaining that he feels isolated and is resisting further treatment. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A) "I know it is boring, but you must remain immobile for 2 more weeks." B) "If there are no complications, you only have 2 more weeks here." C) "Let's come up with things to do like books, movies, games, and friends to visit." D) "If you resist your treatment, your condition will only get worse." Ans: C

25. 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." Ans: B

25.A group of students are reviewing information about head injuries in children. The students demonstrate understanding of this information when they identify what as the most common type of skull fracture in children? A)Linear B)Depressed C)Diastatic D)Basilar Ans:A

26. 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. Ans: A

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26. A group of nursing students are reviewing information 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 Ans: B, C, D

26. A group of nursing students are reviewing the components of the endocrine system. The students demonstrate understanding of the review when they identify what as the primary function of this system? A) Regulation of water balance B) Hormonal secretion C) Cellular metabolism D) Growth stimulation Ans: B

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26. A nurse is assessing a child who may have a latex allergy. The nurse asks the child about allergic reactions to certain foods. Which foods if identified by the child as experiencing an allergic reaction would help support the suspected latex allergy? Select all that apply. A) Peaches B) Plums C) Carrots D) Tomatoes E) Milk F) Lettuce Ans: A, B, C, D

26. A nurse is preparing a presentation for a local parent group about burn prevention and care in children. What would the nurse be least likely to include in the presentation when describing how to care for a superficial burn? A) Using cool water over the burned area until the pain lessens B) Applying ice directly to the burned skin area C) Covering the burn with a clean, nonadhesive bandage D) Giving the child acetaminophen for pain relief Ans: B

26. 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." Ans: C

26.During class, a student states, "I did not think children could have strokes. I thought this only occurred in older adults." When responding to the student, what would be most important for the instructor to integrate into the response? A)Strokes in children often have an identifiable cause. B)The signs and symptoms in children are different from an adult. C)Research has identified specific treatments for children. D)Ischemic strokes are more common than hemorrhagic strokes. Ans:D

27. 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." Ans: C

27. 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 Ans: D

27. The mother of a 5-year-old child with allergies to a variety of foods including eggs, milk, peanuts and shellfish, asks if her child will "always have these problems." What response by the nurse is most accurate? A) "Sadly, allergies to foods will persist." B) "Most children with allergies will outgrow them." C) "We cannot be sure at this point but most children who are allergic to peanuts will not have this allergy in adulthood." D) "In most cases allergies to peanuts and shellfish persist into adulthood but the others may diminish and disappear." Ans: D

27. 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. Ans: B

27. The nurse is interviewing the mother of a 6-month-old being seen at a well-child visit. The mother reports she has used an over-the-counter topical ointment intended for adults on her child for a skin rash. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse? A) "This is dangerous so please do not do this again." B) "Why did you do that instead of contacting your healthcare provider?" C) "Children have thin skin and can absorb medications differently than adults." D) "How often do you use this medication?" Ans: C

27. 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." Ans: B

27.A 10-month-old is brought to the emergency department by her parents after they found her face down in the bathtub. The mother said, "I just left the bathroom to answer the phone. When I came back, I found her." Which assessment would be the priority? A)Airway, breathing, and circulation B)Level of consciousness C)Vital signs D)Pupillary response Ans:A

28. A 6-year-old child has been diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency. The child's mother requests more information 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 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." Ans: A, B

28. The mother of a 15-year-old girl has contacted the clinic to report that her daughter has burned the back of her hand with a curling iron. The child's mother reports the burn is mild but states her daughter is complaining of pain. After consulting with the healthcare provider, what instructions can the nurse anticipate will be recommended? Select all that apply. A) Apply a thin film of protective cocoa butter. B) Run cool water over the injured area. C) Apply ice for 15 to 20 minutes each hour until the pain subsides. D) Take acetaminophen using the manufacturer's guidelines. E) Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the burned area. Ans: B, D

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28. 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 Ans: B, C, D

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28. 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." Ans: B, C, D, E

28. 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 diapers." Ans: B

28. The nurse is providing a class for a group of childcare providers. When discussing allergic reactions, which statement by a participant indicates the need for further instruction? A) "Most allergic reactions will happen within a few minutes of eating a problematic food." B) "If a child has previously eaten a food and not had a reaction they are not 'truly' allergic to it." C) "Allergic reactions can happen hours after eating something." D) "In addition to hives some children may also have vomiting and diarrhea when having an allergic reaction to a food." Ans: B

28.A 10-year-old boy is seen in the emergency department after falling down a flight of stairs and hitting his head. The child will be monitored overnight for complications. Which occurrence in the coming hours will warrant further assessment? A)The child reports a backache. B)The child is increasingly irritable with his mother and caregivers. C)The child refuses offers of snacks. D)The child reports his stomach is upset. Ans:B

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29. 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 Ans: A, B, C

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29. The nurse is caring for a school-age child with tinea captitis. The child has open lesions from the disease and has lost hair in the areas affected. Which nursing diagnoses would be a part of this client's care plan? Select all that apply. A) Impaired skin integrity B) Risk for infection C) Disturbed body image D) Bathing, self-care deficit E) Altered nutrition Ans: A, B, C

29. 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 Ans: C

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29. 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." Ans: B, C, D, E

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29. 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 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. Ans: C, D, E

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29. While performing an assessment of a client who is immunocompromised, the nurse notes the child to have thrush in the mouth, tenderness over the spleen upon palpation, and a white blood cell count of 3,000. Which nursing diagnoses will the nurse include in the care plan of this child based on these findings? Select all that apply. A) Ineffective protection B) Risk for imbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements C) Pain D) Impaired skin integrity E) Delayed growth and development Ans: A, B, C

29.The nurse is caring for a 19-month-old boy who has been admitted to the emergency department with a skull fracture. The parents state that the child fell down when running through the house and hit his head on the floor. Based on normal characteristics of skull fractures, what should be the initial focus of the assessment? A)Possible physical abuse B)Possible bone cancer C)Possible chronic neurologic disease D)Possible developmental delay Ans:A

3. 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." Ans: A

3. The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old with a suspected urinary tract infection. What would be most appropriate when obtaining a urine specimen from the child? 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." Ans: B

3. The nurse is caring for a newborn whose mother is HIV positive. The nurse would expect to administer a 6-week course of which medication? A) Lopinavir B) Ritonavir C) Nevirapine D) Zidovudine Ans: D

3. The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a child with a brachial plexus injury. Which finding would lead the nurse to be highly suspicious of Erb palsy? A) The child is unable to close one of his eyes. B) The involved extremity is adducted, prone, and internally rotated. C) Asymmetry of the face occurs when the child is crying. D) The mouth is drawn to the noninvolved side. Ans: B

3. 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 Ans: A

3. The nurse is providing care for a 14-year-old girl with severe acne. The girl expresses sadness and distress about her appearance. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A) "Are you using your medicine every day?" B) "Your condition will most likely improve in a year or two." C) "Many people feel this way; I know someone who can help." D) "If you have any scarring you can undergo dermabrasion." Ans: C

3.The nurse is caring for a child hospitalized with Reye syndrome who is in the acute stage of the illness. The nurse would assess the child most carefully for what finding? A)Indications of increased intracranial pressure B)An increase in the blood glucose level C)A decrease in the liver enzymes D)A presence of protein in the urine Ans:A

30. A 16-year-old client has just been diagnosed with HIV. Which statement by the parent indicates understanding of the diagnosis? A) "It is important for our child to get started on drug therapy for a better chance of a cure of the infection." B) "I must be infected with HIV and passed it to our child while in the uterus for the infection to have occurred." C) "We don't want to face the fact that it is likely our child contracted HIV through sexual contact or IV drug use." D) "Infections as a result of being HIV positive are a low risk since the diagnosis came early." Ans: C

30. 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." B) "The healthcare provider has prescribed these for you because it is an effective treatment method for the disease." C) "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." D) "Do your parents know that you are not taking the treatment medication your healthcare provider prescribed?" Ans: C

30. A teenage girl with psoriasis tells the nurse that she is so embarrassed by the plaque on her skin that she doesn't want to go to school. What is the best response by the nurse? A) "Have you been applying your medication and emollients to your skin as directed by your healthcare provider?" B) "It must be really difficult for you. Tell me how you are taking care of your skin on a daily basis." C) "Sunlight really helps the plaque areas heal. Maybe going to a tanning bed routinely will help." D) "You can't miss school because of your skin. Can you wear clothes that will cover the areas?" Ans: B

30. 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) Ans: C

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30. 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.

30. When teaching a group of students about the skeletal development in children, what information would the instructor include? 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. Ans: B

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30.The community health nurse has just completed a presentation to a group of parents regarding drowning prevention. Which statements by the parents indicate understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply. A)"I am so glad our 6-year-old child had swim lessons. We really can't afford a fence around our pool." B)"Since we have a 16-year-old I am really concerned about supervision when our child is swimming in the ocean." C)"We always make sure our babysitter keeps her CPR training up to date." D)"It is scary to think that we have a pool and drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in children." E)"We make sure to keep our bathroom door closed when our 10-month-old is walking around the house since the door handle is too high to reach." Ans:B, C, D, E

31. The mother of a 5-year-old child with eczema is getting a check-up for her child before school starts. What will the nurse do during the visit? A) Change the bandage on a cut on the child's hand. B) Assess the compliance with treatment regimens. C) Discuss systemic corticosteroid therapy. D) Assess the child's fluid volume. Ans: B

31. 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 Ans: C

32. 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 Ans: B

33. 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. Ans: C

34. 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 Ans: D

35. 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." Ans: B

36. 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 Ans: B

37. A group of nursing students are reviewing information about the types of skin 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) Knee 90--90 traction Ans: D

38. 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 Ans: A

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39. A nurse is providing instructions to the parents of a 3-month-old with developmental dysplasia of the hip who is being treated with a Pavlik harness. Which statements by the parents demonstrate 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 her diaper without taking her out of the harness." C) "We need to check the area behind her 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 healthcare provider if she is not able to actively kick her legs." Ans: B, C, E

4. 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 Ans: C

4. 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 Ans: B

4. 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 Ans: B

4. 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 doub-diapering technique Ans: D

4.The healthcare provider has ordered rectal diazepam for a 2-year-old boy with status epilepticus. Which instruction is essential for the nurse to teach the parents? A)Monitor their child's level of sedation B)Watch for fever indicating infection C)Gradually reduce the dosage as seizures stop D)Monitor for an allergic reaction to the medication Ans:A

40. 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) African American ethnicity C) History of cystic fibrosis D) Excessive activity E) Male gender Ans: B, E

41. The nurse is assessing an 11-year-old girl with scoliosis. What would the nurse expect to find? Select all that apply. A) Complaints of severe back pain B) Asymmetric shoulder elevation C) Even curve at the waistline D) Pronounced one-sided hump on bending over E) Diminished motor function F) Hyperactive reflexes Ans: B, D

42. 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 Ans: C

43. A 10-year-old girl is brought to the emergency department by her father after tripping over a rock while running in the yard. She tells the nurse, "I think I twisted my ankle." When assessing the child, what would the nurse most likely assess? A) Bruising B) Edema C) Limited range of motion D) Absent pulse Ans: B

5. A 6-year-old boy with cerebral palsy has been admitted to the hospital for some tests. His condition is stable. The boy's mother remains with her son, but she 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 son." C) "He's in good hands; consider going home to get some sleep." D) "Are you planning to spend the night or to go home?" Ans: C

5. A nurse is caring for a 5-year-old in Bucks traction. When conducting a skin examination for signs of pressure ulcers, the nurse pays particular attention to which area? A) Sacral area B) Hip area C) Occiput D) Upper arm Ans: C

5. 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 Ans: D

5. The nurse is caring for a child undergoing highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) for HIV infection. The nurse is preparing to administer the prescribed medication. In addition to the nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) and the nonnucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs), the nurse is cognizant that the child will be taking which additional medication as part of the three-drug regimen? A) Protease inhibitors B) Corticosteroids C) Cytotoxic drugs D) Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) Ans: A

5. 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. Ans: B

5. The nurse is caring for an infant with bladder exstrophy. As part of the infant's preoperative plan of care, the nurse monitors for abdominal skin excoriation. Which action would be most appropriate for promoting healing and preventing further skin breakdown? A) Cleaning the area well with a scented diaper wipe B) Applying a barrier/healing cream or paste on skin C) Keeping the bladder moist and covered with a sterile bag D) Covering the area with sterile gauze pads after tub baths Ans: B

5.As a result of seizure activity, a computed tomography (CT) scan was performed and indicated that an 18-month-old child has intracranial arteriovenous malformation. When developing the child's plan of care, what would the nurse expect to implement actions to prevent? A)Drug interactions B)Developmental disabilities C)Hemorrhagic stroke D)Respiratory paralysis Ans:C

6. A 6-year-old boy has been admitted to the hospital with burns. The nurse notes carbonaceous sputum. What action would be the priority? A) Determining the burn depth B) Eliciting a description of the burn C) Estimating burn extent D) Ensuring a patent airway Ans: D

6. A nurse is caring for a 14-year-old girl following a 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 Ans: B

6. 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?" Ans: D

6. The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old girl with vulvovaginitis. After explaining to the girl's mother how to help prevent subsequent episodes, which statement by the mother indicates a need for additional teaching? A) "She needs to wipe from front to back." B) "I will make sure she changes her underwear every day." C) "She should probably avoid bubble baths." D) "I will help supervise her wiping after bowel movements." Ans: A

6. 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 Ans: A

9. The nurse is caring for a child who has undergone stem cell transplantation for severe combined immune deficiency. What finding would the nurse interpret as indicative of graft-versus-host disease? A) Presence of wheezing B) Splenomegaly C) Maculopapular rash D) Chronic or recurrent diarrhea Ans: C

6. The nurse is providing home care instructions for a 13-year-old girl recently diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus. Which response by the girl indicates a need for further teaching? A) "I need to wear sunscreen in the summer to prevent rashes." B) "I need to eat a healthy diet, exercise, and get plenty of sleep." C) "I need an eye examination every year." D) "I need to be careful when it is cold; I should always wear gloves." Ans: A

6.A 16-year-old boy reports to the school nurse reporting headaches and a stiff neck. Which sign or symptom would alert the nurse that the child may have bacterial meningitis? A)Fixed and dilated pupils B)Frequent urination C)Sunset eyes D)Sunlight is "too bright" Ans:D

7. A nurse is caring for a 14-year-old girl scheduled for 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 Ans: A

7. A nurse is caring for a 14-year-old girl who received an electrical burn. The nurse would anticipate preparing the girl for which diagnostic tests as ordered? A) Pulse oximetry B) Fiberoptic bronchoscopy C) Xenon ventilation-perfusion scanning D) Electrocardiographic monitoring Ans: D

7. 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 Ans: A

7. 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. Ans: D

7. The nurse is caring for a child who is taking corticosteroids for systemic lupus erythematosus. The nurse closely monitors the child based on the understanding that corticosteroids exert which major action? A) They increase liver enzymes. B) They can mask signs of infection. C) They cause bone marrow suppression. D) They decrease renal function. Ans: B

7. 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 Ans: B

7.A 4-year-old boy has a febrile seizure during a well-child visit. What action would be a priority? A)Hyperextending the child's head while placing him on his side B)Using a tongue blade to pry open the child's jaw C)Loosening the child's clothing to ensure a patent airway D)Protecting the child from harm during the seizure Ans:D

8. 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 Ans: C

8. 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 Ans: D

8. 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. Ans: C

8. 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 Ans: B

8. The nurse is caring for an infant with candidal diaper rash. Which topical agent would the nurse expect the healthcare provider to order? A) Corticosteroids B) Antifungals C) Antibiotics D) Retinoids Ans: B

8. The school nurse is walking through the lunchroom when one of the children says she started to feel strange after trading lunches with a friend. Which assessment would be most important? A) Asking if she has a rash anywhere B) Checking if she has any nausea C) Determining if her throat itches D) Asking if she has abdominal pain Ans: C

8.The nurse has developed a teaching plan for the family of a 2-year-old boy who holds his breath when he gets frustrated. What will be most important to include in this plan? A)Provide cuddle time whenever the child begins to act out. B)Explain the child's behavior to the parents. C)Encourage the parents to interact more with the child. D)Stay close to prevent injury when he gets frustrated. Ans:D

9. The nurse is caring for a 15-year-old boy who has sustained burn injuries. The nurse observes the burn developing a purplish color with discharge and a foul odor. The nurse suspects which infection? A) Burn wound cellulitis B) Invasive burn cellulitis C) Burn impetigo D) Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome Ans: B

9. 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." Ans: B

9. 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 Ans: C

9. The nurse is taking a health history of a child with suspected acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis. Which response would alert the nurse to a confirmed risk factor for this condition? A) "She has been very healthy up to now." B) "He just got over a head cold with laryngitis." C) "My child is just 18 months old." D) "My child has not been sick at all." Ans: B

9. 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. Ans: B

9.The nurse is caring for an 8-year-old boy who has chronic epilepsy. What would be most important to address when teaching the child and parents about living with this condition? A)Multiple corrective surgeries to slowly remove diseased parts of his brain B)Physical, occupational, and speech therapy to maximize his potential C)Support for maintaining self-esteem because of his altered lifestyle D)Hyperventilation therapy to counteract the periods of decreased oxygenation Ans:C

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