Nursing Pediatric Exam Bundle Graded A+

A 3-month-old infant is admitted. Upon admission, the nurse assesses her developmental status as appropriate for age. Which of the following is the child least likely to be able to do? 1. Smile in response to mother's face 2. Reach for shiny objects but miss them 3. Hold head erect and steady 4...

Crawling infants may explore their environments through taste and touch. They tend to put everything in their mouths. Therefore, the nurse should advise the parents to always keep a watch on their child and never leave their child unattended. Children at 9 months of age will begin to be able to pull...

What is family centered care? - ANSWER-Recognizing the family as the unit of care Supporting not only the child, but including the family and other loved ones in care Age range - Neonate - ANSWER-birth to 28 days Age range - infant - ANSWER-28 days to 12 months Age range - toddler - ANSWER...

this is an abnormality involving more than 10 fingers - ANSWER-polydactyly this is an abnormality involving fusion or webbing of fingers - ANSWER-syndactyly neural tube defects happens during what month/week of embryonic development? - ANSWER-1st month or 4 weeks what is the primary cause f...

Situation 1: Raphael, a 6 year's old prep pupil is seen at the school clinic for growth and development monitoring Which of the following is characterized the rate of growth during this period? A. most rapid period of growth B. a decline in growth rate C. growth spurt D. slow uniform growt...

What do the parietal pleura do? - ANSWER-line the thoracic cavity What do the visceral pleura do? - ANSWER-Surround each lung A child's airway is _____________ and ______than an adult's - ANSWER-shorter and narrower Which bronchus does fluid go down if you aspirate? - ANSWER-Right bronchu...

what is the BMI for obesity in children - ANSWER-greater than the 95th percentile common childhood injuries: small infants - ANSWER-fall from unprotected surfaces common childhood injuries: crawling infant - ANSWER-putting things in their mouth > aspiration and poisoning common childhood...

The principals of growth and development include - ANSWER-each child grows and develops according to a general orderly pattern that tends to resemble that of others of the same age, sex and nationality. The principles of growth and development include - ANSWER-Development proceeds in a cephalocau...

Toddler Age Range - ANSWER-1-3 years Height in comparison to that of an adult by age 2 - ANSWER-half adult height What is the average weight gain for a toddler? - ANSWER-3 inches/year When should the anterior fontanel close by? - ANSWER-18 months--- allow 2-3 years When does a toddler's...

Place infant prone over arms, use pacifier and massage back - ANSWER-List helpful measures the nurse can suggest to the mother with a "colicky" infant. 2 to 3 months - ANSWER-When does the posterior fontanel close? 1 year - ANSWER-At what age does an infant's birth weight triple? 6 month...

attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder - ANSWER-an inability to pay attention, often with hyperactivity and poor impulse control, ADHD is often diagnosed in children younger than 7. It interferes with home life, schoolwork, or other functions autism - ANSWER-a disorder that appears in childhood...

A 7 month old is being evaluated in the emergency department for a possible head injury following a reported fall from the parent's bed. What would the nurse consider when evaluating the fontanels for evidence of increased intracranial pressure? Choose One 1. The anterior fontanel should be open ...

The nurse is seeing an adolescent and the parents in the clinic for the first time. Which should the nurse do first? a. Introduce him- or herself. b. Make the family comfortable. c. Give assurance of privacy. d. Explain the purpose of the interview. - ANSWER-ANS: A The first thing that nurses m...

Infant: Erikson Stage - ANSWER-trust vs mistrust Toddler: Erikson Stage - ANSWER-autonomy vs shame Preschooler: Erikson Stage - ANSWER-initiative vs guilt School Ager: Erickson Stage - ANSWER-industry vs inferiority Adolescent: Erikson Stage - ANSWER-ego identity vs roll confusion Wha...

emancipated minor - ANSWER-person under 18 who has the same legal rights as an adult family centered care - ANSWER-is a philosophy of care that recognizes the family as the constant in the child's life and holds that systems and personnel must support, respect, encourage, and enhance the strengt...

The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child immobilized by a fractured hip. Which complications should the nurse monitor? a. Hypocalcemia b. Decreased metabolic rate c. Positive nitrogen balance d. Increased production of stress hormones - ANSWER-B What effect does immobilization have on the c...

Examples of stress experienced by toddlers - ANSWER-1. separation anxiety from parents, grief reactions 2. regression 3. refusal to eat 4. difficulty sleeping Three phases of separation anxiety and behavioral responses exhibited during each phase - ANSWER-1. protest; clings to parent to force ...

A 6-month old male is at his well-child checkup. The nurse weighs him, and his mother asks if his weight is normal for his age. The nurse's best response is: 1. "At 6 months his weight should be approximately three times his birth weight." 2. "Each child gains weight at his or her own pace." ...

Vernix Caseosa - ANSWER-a white cheesy substance adhering to the skin of the neonate. Sheds in about 2 days. Lanugo - ANSWER-a fine downy hair covering the neonate's body; it is lost during the first few weeks of life. Respirations - ANSWER-30-60/min., avg is 40/min; pattern is irregular, qui...

The nurse is caring for a small child who puts his arm through the side rail just as the nurse is lowering the side rail. The child gets big bruise. The housekeeper asks the nurse what happened. The nurse should: A. tell the housekeeper, since the housekeeper is part of the healthcare team B. rest...

When does birth length double? - ANSWER-4 years When does the child sit unsupported? - ANSWER-8 months When does a child achieve 50% of adult height? - ANSWER-2 years When does a child throw a ball overhand? - ANSWER-18 months When does a child speak 2-3 word sentences? - ANSWER-2 years ...

Pediatric Nursing Interventions - ANSWER-Appropriate timing. Establishing trust: little kids are harder to do this with. Explaining the procedure: in terms they understand, call things what they are called. Give choices (if possible): ex do you want a red band aid or blue? Distraction. Vital ...

helps establish relationships between the nurse the child and the family - ANSWER-as a nurse why interview a family? what are the rules when interviewing a patient - ANSWER-listen and communicate introduce and explain your purpose have an established tone what do you need when obtaining a ch...

An 18-Month-Old is discharged from the hospital after having a febrile seizure secondary to exanthem subitum (Roseola). On discharge, the mother asks the nurse if her 6-year-old twins will get sick. Which teaching about the transmission of roseola would be most accurate? 1. The child should be i...

What is the recommended serving size of vegetables for a toddler? a. 1 tablespoon. b. 1 teaspoon. c. 1/2 teaspoon. d. 1/2 tablespoon. - ANSWER-a The nurse is providing emergency care for an unconscious child who presents with a head injury sustained in a fall. Which is the highest ...

average weight for newborn - ANSWER-7 pounds birth weight doubles - ANSWER-5 months birth weight triples - ANSWER-12 months average height for newborns - ANSWER-20 inches FLACC used for children age - ANSWER-1-5 years posterior fontanel closes by - ANSWER-2 months develops object p...

Dr. Abraham Jacobi - ANSWER-Who is referred to as the father of pediatrics The investigation of childhood illnesses - ANSWER-What was dr. Jacobi innovative in Infantchildhood mortality, morbidity and injuries particular to the pediatric population and to reduce these factors - ANSWER-It is t...

What is family centered care? - ANSWER-It promotes a relationship in which family members and professionals work together to ensure the best services for the child and family Give an example of providing atraumatic care. - ANSWER-Setting up a small playground for hospitalized children Nuclear ...

What is the philosophy of pediatric nursing? - ANSWER-- family centered care What is family centered care? - ANSWER-- family is central, everything else is changing - must incorporate parents into care, planning, and giving care - do not judge - must address the needs of all family members ...

how much does the weight increase by at 30 months? - ANSWER-quadruples how much as the child grow at 2 years old? - ANSWER-50% of adult height does the growth increase? - ANSWER-no, the growth velocity slows how do the legs appear to look? - ANSWER-appears to be bowlegged and potbellied ...

Health - ANSWER-a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infertility Leading cause of death in children older than 1 - ANSWER-Unintentional injuries mortality - ANSWER-is the number of individuals who have died over a specific period ...

Abraham Jacobi - ANSWER-Who is known as the father of pediatrics? Lillian Wald - ANSWER-Which nurse founded the Henry Street Settlement in New York City? National Commission on Children - ANSWER-The 1st White House Conference on Children focused on issues of child labor, dependent children, an...

To establish a good interview relationship with an adolescent, which strategy is most appropriate? 1. Asking personal questions unrelated to the situation 2. Writing down everything the teen says 3. Asking open-ended questions 4. Discussing the nurse's own thoughts and feelings about the situ...

1. A nurse is planning a teaching session for parents of preschool children. Which statement explains why the nurse should include information about morbidity and mortality? a. Life span statistics are included in the data. b. It explains effectiveness of treatment. c. Cost-effective treatment i...