NUR 505 TEST 1 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Effective disciplinary strategies include encouragement and a reward system.
-Be friendly but firm.
What would you do if a child in urgent care asked for an ACE wrap because
their knee hurts but nothing else is physically wrong?
Give them an ace wrap even if it isn't necessary.
What are some of the aims of pediatric healthcare?
Encourage children to make decisions about their care as long as it is safe.
Maintain a schedule similar to school or home.
Causes of infant mortality include SIDS (2-4 months, return to sleep).
- Previous injury history - Males are more likely to sustain injuries.
What are some tips for talking with children?
Allowing children to doodle while talking can help them explain their needs.
Which age groups are most likely to experience stressors during hospital stays?
How might they display their stress?
Separation anxiety can cause toddlers to behave out, whereas adolescent
separation from routine/friends can lead to unpleasant behavior.
What do you measure for a four-year-old well-child visit?
- Height, weight, BMI, and no head circumference after 2 years.
, What is the teeth rule for kids?
To calculate the number of teeth, subtract 6 months from the age (months): 6
months = 0 teeth, 8 months = 2 teeth.
At what age can children begin brushing their own teeth?
6-7 yo
Normal types of play at different ages (15 months to preschool).
-tower with two blocks Early developmental milestones include parallel play at
15 months, building a 9-10 cube tower at 24 months, and associative play at 3
years.
What is the truth about pain in children?
- Children experience pain in various ways and may not be able to communicate
it. - Pain is influenced by both the nurse's and parents' perceptions.
What is a decent method for getting a 3-year-old to take oral medication?
The incentives system
When communicating with developmentally delayed children, it's important to
consider their G&D level as well as their age.
To discuss unpleasant experiences with children, avoid using the word "hurt"
and instead suggest that they may feel a pinch. Encourage them to hold still and
tell you about it later.
Vitals for Children:
As we age, our pulse and respirations slow down, and our blood pressure rises.
For infants, these values are 100-190 bpm, 30-53 breaths/min, and 72-104/37-
56 mmHg.
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