Peds FA Davis Ch
3, 6, 9 Exam
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Denning [Date] [Course title]
, The pediatric nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child. What effective communication strategies will the
nurse implement when communicating with this child? Select all that apply.
A. Give them choices when possible.
B. Use concrete terms that the child understands.
C. Prepare the child for the procedure days in advance.
D. Assume the same position as the child to maintain eye contact.
E. Use statements such as "good job." - Correct Ans: A, B, D, E
The mother of a hospitalized child shared with the nurse that she was concerned that since this illness
her 4-year-old daughter has started speaking in baby language. What would be the most appropriate
nursing actions? Select all that apply.
A. Listen and empathize
B. Listen and sympathize
C. Give reassurance that is common
D. Encourage the mother to speak with her child as she would normally
E. Encourage more frequent parental contact - Correct Ans: A, C, D, E
A nurse is admitting a child to the inpatient unit of the hospital. Identify effective strategies that the
nurse can use to facilitate establishment of a therapeutic relationship with the client and family. Select
all that apply.
A. Use good listening skills and encourage the client and family members to verbalize their questions
and concerns.
B. Encourage and assist the parents in providing care for their child.
C. Begin discharge teaching as soon as the child is admitted.
D. Urge the family to keep younger siblings at home to decrease environmental stress and promote rest.
E. Provide positive feedback to the parents addressing their role and the care of their child. - Correct
Ans: A, B, C, E
The nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child who had a minor operation and became agitated after her
mother left and she discovered the bandage on her abdomen. Knowing that this age group fears
mutilation, what is the most appropriate nursing intervention at this time?
A. Storytelling
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