After the nurse has completed an oral examination of a healthy 2-year-old child, the parent asks when the child should first be taken to the dentist. When is the most appropriate time in the child's life for the nurse to suggest?
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Question 2 of 72
The parents of a 6-month-old infant are concerned about the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). What should the nurse recommend to reduce the risk?
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Question 3 of 72
After completing an oral examination of a healthy 2-year-old child, the parent asks when the child should first be taken to the dentist. When is the most appropriate time in the child's life for the nurse to suggest?
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What is the nurse's priority intervention when preparing for admission of a child with acute laryngotracheobronchitis?
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The nurse notes that a child has lost 8 pounds after 4 days of hospitalization for acute glomerulonephritis. This is most likely the result of
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During the second week of hospitalization for intravenous antibiotic therapy, a 2-year-old toddler whose family is unable to visit often smiles easily, goes to all the nurses happily, and does not express interest in the parent when the parent does visit. The parent tells the nurse, 'I am pleased about the adjustment but somewhat concerned about my child's reaction to me.' How should the nurse respond?
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What treatment should the nurse suggest to an adolescent with type 1 diabetes if an insulin reaction is experienced while at a basketball game?
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What explanation should be given to a parent about the purpose of a tetanus toxoid injection for their child?
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A child with a diagnosis of appendicitis is scheduled for surgery. What preoperative intervention is important for the nurse to perform?
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When explaining the occurrence of febrile seizures to a parents' class, what information should the nurse include?
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Question 11 of 72
A 1-week-old infant has been in the pediatric unit for 18 hours following placement of a spica cast. The nurse observes a respiratory rate of fewer than 24 breaths/min. No other changes are noted. Because the infant is apparently well, the nurse does not report or document the slow respiratory rate. Several hours later, the infant experiences severe respiratory distress and emergency care is necessary. What should be considered if legal action is taken?
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Question 12 of 72
After corrective surgery for hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (HPS) is completed, and the infant is returned to the pediatric unit with an IV infusion in place, what is the priority nursing action?
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Question 13 of 72
What is the priority intervention for a child with acute laryngotracheobronchitis upon admission?
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A healthcare provider is assessing a 2-year-old child with suspected Down syndrome. What characteristic physical feature is the healthcare provider likely to observe?
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A nurse is assessing a 2-year-old child with suspected Down syndrome. What characteristic physical feature is the nurse likely to observe?
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A healthcare professional is reviewing the laboratory report of a child with tetralogy of Fallot that indicates an elevated RBC count. What does the professional identify as the cause of the polycythemia?
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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?
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An 8-year-old child diagnosed with meningitis is to undergo a lumbar puncture. What should the nurse explain is the purpose of this procedure?
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Which best describes a full-thickness (third-degree) burn?
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A child with a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis is admitted to the hospital. What is the priority nursing intervention?
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A nurse is teaching the parents of a child with a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus about blood glucose monitoring. What should the nurse emphasize?
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The parents of a 2-year-old child tell the nurse that they are having difficulty disciplining their child. What is the nurse's most appropriate response?
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A child with a diagnosis of pyloric stenosis is scheduled for surgery. What preoperative intervention is important for the nurse to perform?
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Question 24 of 72
After a discussion with the health care provider, the parents of an infant with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) ask the nurse to explain once again what PDA is. How should the nurse respond?
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Question 25 of 72
A 7-year-old child has an altered mental status, high fever, and a generalized rash. You perform your assessment and initiate oxygen therapy. En route to the hospital, you should be most alert for:
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Question 26 of 72
A healthcare provider is discussing the care of an infant with colic with the parents. What should the healthcare provider explain is the cause of colicky behavior?
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Question 27 of 72
What should the nurse recommend to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) in a 6-month-old infant?
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The healthcare provider notes that a child has lost 8 pounds after 4 days of hospitalization for acute glomerulonephritis. This is most likely the result of
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The healthcare professional is assessing a 4-year-old client. Which finding suggests to the healthcare professional this child may have a genetic disorder?
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Question 30 of 72
When teaching parents about preventing childhood obesity, what should the nurse recommend?
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Question 31 of 72
The child has been admitted for a sickle cell crisis. What would the nurse do first to provide adequate pain management?
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Question 32 of 72
A nurse is inspecting the skin of a child with atopic dermatitis. What would the nurse expect to observe?
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Question 33 of 72
A 6-month-old infant is admitted with a diagnosis of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). What should the nurse include in the care plan?
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Question 34 of 72
A 6-year-old with muscular dystrophy was recently injured falling out of bed at home. What intervention should the nurse suggest to prevent further injury?
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Question 35 of 72
Which of the following findings would indicate altered mental status in a small child?
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Question 36 of 72
What explanation should the nurse give a parent about the purpose of a tetanus toxoid injection for their child?
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Question 37 of 72
What should an adolescent with type 1 diabetes do if an insulin reaction is experienced while at a basketball game?
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Question 38 of 72
A 3-year-old child is being discharged after being treated for dehydration. What should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
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Question 39 of 72
The parents of a 1-month-old girl with Down syndrome are being taught by the nurse on how to maintain the child's good health. Which instruction would the nurse be least likely to include?
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Question 40 of 72
An 8-year-old child with the diagnosis of meningitis is to have a lumbar puncture. What should the nurse explain is the purpose of this procedure?
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Question 41 of 72
The nurse is teaching the parents of a 1-month-old girl with Down syndrome how to maintain good health for the child. Which instruction would the nurse be least likely to include?
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Question 42 of 72
A 7-year-old child has an altered mental status, high fever, and a generalized rash. You perform your assessment and initiate oxygen therapy. En route to the hospital, you should be most alert for
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Question 43 of 72
A parent arrives in the emergency clinic with a 3-month-old baby who has difficulty breathing and prolonged periods of apnea. Which assessment data should alert the nurse to suspect shaken baby syndrome (SBS)?
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Question 44 of 72
The nurse is caring for a child who has been admitted for a sickle cell crisis. What would the nurse do first to provide adequate pain management?
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Question 45 of 72
.A nurse is caring for an infant whose vomiting is intractable. For what complication is it most important for the nurse to assess?
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Question 46 of 72
The nurse is implementing care for a school-age child admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which prescribed intervention should the nurse implement first?
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Question 47 of 72
A parent arrives in the emergency clinic with a 3-month-old baby who says, "My baby stopped breathing for a while." The infant continues to have difficulty breathing, with prolonged periods of apnea. Which assessment data should alert the nurse to suspect shaken baby syndrome (SBS)?
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Question 48 of 72
During the health assessment of a school-age child, on which problem would the nurse focus more attention based on the child's developmental level?
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Question 49 of 72
While assessing an 18-month-old child, a nurse observes that the toddler can crawl upstairs but needs assistance when climbing the stairs upright. What does this action indicate to the nurse?
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Question 50 of 72
A 4-year-old child is brought to the emergency department with a suspected fracture. What is the priority nursing action?
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Question 51 of 72
A 1-week-old infant has been in the pediatric unit for 18 hours following placement of a spica cast. The nurse observes a respiratory rate of fewer than 24 breaths/min. No other changes are noted. Because the infant is apparently well, the nurse does not report or document the slow respiratory rate. Several hours later, the infant experiences severe respiratory distress, and emergency care is necessary. What should be considered if legal action is taken?
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Question 52 of 72
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory report of a child with tetralogy of Fallot that indicates an elevated RBC count. What does the nurse identify as the cause of the polycythemia?
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Question 53 of 72
What should the nurse include in the care plan for a 6-month-old infant admitted with a diagnosis of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
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Question 54 of 72
A nurse is discussing the care of an infant with colic with the parents. What should the nurse explain is the cause of colicky behavior?
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Question 55 of 72
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?
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Question 56 of 72
A child with a diagnosis of bronchiolitis is admitted to the hospital. What is the most important nursing intervention?
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Question 57 of 72
What finding would the nurse expect to assess in a child with hypothyroidism?
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Question 58 of 72
The nurse is assessing a 4-year-old client. Which finding suggests to the nurse this child may have a genetic disorder?
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Question 59 of 72
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?
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Question 60 of 72
What is an important nursing responsibility when a dysrhythmia is suspected?
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Question 61 of 72
Upon assessing a newborn immediately after delivery, you note that the infant is breathing spontaneously and has a heart rate of 90 beats/min. What is the most appropriate initial management for this newborn?
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Question 62 of 72
The nurse volunteering at a homeless shelter to assist families with children identifies homelessness as a risk preventing families from achieving positive outcomes in life. What family theory encompasses this approach to assessing family dynamics?
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Question 63 of 72
A nurse is caring for an infant with intractable vomiting. For what complication is it most important for the nurse to assess?
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Question 64 of 72
A child with a diagnosis of sickle cell anemia is admitted to the hospital with a vaso-occlusive crisis. What is the most important nursing intervention?
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Question 65 of 72
A 3-year-old child is being discharged after being treated for dehydration. What should be included in the discharge teaching?
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Question 66 of 72
Following corrective surgery for hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (HPS), an infant is returned to the pediatric unit with an IV infusion in place. What is the priority nursing action?
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Question 67 of 72
A child with a diagnosis of leukemia is receiving chemotherapy. What is the most important nursing intervention?
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Question 68 of 72
After a discussion with the healthcare provider, the parents of an infant with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) ask the nurse to explain once again what PDA is. How should the nurse respond?
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Question 69 of 72
The healthcare professional is developing a teaching plan for a child who is to have their cast removed. What instruction would the professional most likely include?
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Question 70 of 72
A nurse is caring for an infant born with exstrophy of the bladder. What does the nurse determine is the greatest risk for this infant?
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Question 71 of 72
During a health assessment of a school-age child, where should the nurse focus more attention based on the child's developmental level?
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Question 72 of 72
A healthcare professional is educating a group of parents on preventing childhood obesity. What should the professional recommend?
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