Which intervention should the nurse suggest to the parents of a 12-month-old as the most
effective way to reduce the incidence of early-childhood caries?
a. Encourage parents to give the child a bottle of juice at bedtime.
b. Advise the parents to begin regular visits to the dentist.
c. Advise the parents to provide a pacifier instead of a bottle at bedtime.
d. Encourage parents to brush the child's teeth daily. Correct Ans-c. Advise the parents to
provide a pacifier instead of a bottle at bedtime.
A mother is concerned that her 5-month-old infant spits out his rice cereal. She thinks he
dislikes it. What is the nurse's best response to the mother?
a. "You should try placing the cereal in an infant feeder."
b. "This is a normal response in some babies when they are first fed from a spoon."
c. "Try wheat cereal and see if the baby likes it better."
d. "Your child is not ready for solid foods. Try again in 2 months." Correct Ans-b. "This is a
normal response in some babies when they are first fed from a spoon."
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A parent is concerned that his 4-year-old will eat only Cheerios and chicken nuggets. What is
the best anticipatory guidance that the nurse can offer this parent?
a. Offer chicken nuggets and Cheerios with other foods at mealtimes.
b. Make the child sit at the table until she eats all her food.
c. Give the child the desired food between mealtimes.
d. Encourage the child to drink at least 24 ounces of juice a day. Correct Ans-a. Offer
chicken nuggets and Cheerios with other foods at mealtimes.
Which is the most appropriate anticipatory guidance to give parents relative to food allergies
in infants?
a. Document episodes of fussiness following eating.
b. Instruct parents to read all baby food labels carefully.
c. Allow 3-5 days between the introductions of new foods.
d. Instruct the parents on how to make their own baby food. Correct Ans-c. Allow 3-5 days
between the introductions of new foods.
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Nursing assessment of a 14-year-old reveals a BMI in the 90th percentile and a lifestyle that
includes spending 4 hours a day playing video games and eating supper while watching
television. What is the priority nursing diagnosis for this adolescent?
a. Fatigue related to malnutrition
b. Disturbed Body Image related to distorted perception of body size and shape
c. Delayed Growth and Development related to inappropriate intake
d. Imbalanced Nutrition: More than Body Requirements related to excessive intake and
sedentary lifestyle Correct Ans-d. Imbalanced Nutrition: More than Body Requirements
related to excessive intake and sedentary lifestyle
A 14-year-old has been diagnosed with insulin-dependent diabetes. Which technique is most
appropriate in order to facilitate coping with this diagnosis?
a. Warn the teen of the consequences of noncompliance.
b. Introduce the adolescent to another teenager who is successfully managing his diabetes.
c. Give the adolescent specific instructions.
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d. Encourage increased dependence on the teen's parents for several weeks. Correct Ans-
b. Introduce the adolescent to another teenager who is successfully managing his diabetes.
Which toy is most age-appropriate for a 2-year-old?
a. Mobile
b. Toy vacuum cleaner
c. Nesting cups
d. Playhouse Correct Ans-b. Toy vacuum cleaner
The nurse is preparing a 4-year-old for surgery. Which technique is most appropriate?
a. Allow the child to handle safe medical equipment.
b. Limit the teaching to one 1-hour session.
c. Explain to the child that she will be put to sleep for the procedure.
d. Use an anatomically correct doll to explain the procedure. Correct Ans-a. Allow the child
to handle safe medical equipment.
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