Which finding indicates moderate dehydration in a toddler? Options: Tachycardia, dry mucous membranes; Hypotension, anuria; Normal tear production, slightly dry lips; Bounding pulses

Tachycardia, dry mucous membranes

The nurse is planning care for a 5-month-old with RSV. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate? Options: Give routine bronchodilators, Suction the nares before feeding, Start prophylactic antibiotics, Place the infant in airborne isolation

Suction the nares before feeding

A child with asthma is not responding to albuterol and is becoming increasingly lethargic. Which action is the nurse's priority?

Prepare for potential intubation

Which child should the nurse assess first ? A child with asthma who is tachycardic after albuterol, A child with mild diarrhea who is eating an ice pop, A child with otitis media and fever of 101°F, A child with croup who has inspiratory stridor at rest

A child with croup who has inspiratory stridor at rest

Which statement about immunizations by a parent requires further teaching ? Options: “My child can get the flu shot even if they have a mild cold.”, “We need to avoid live vaccines while my child is on high-dose steroids.”, “A rash after the MMR vaccine means my child can not get vaccines again.", “If my child has an allergy to eggs, we can still give most vaccines safely.”

“A rash after the MMR vaccine means my child can not get vaccines again."

A child diagnosed with Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease is being discharged. Which parent statement indicates understanding of the plan of care? "My child will avoid avoid high-impact sports."

The parent understands that the child will avoid high-impact sports.

Which statement made by a parent indicates the need for further teaching about their child's asthma? Options: Short acting bronchodilators are used for acute asthma exacerbations, The goal of treatment is to reduce and control exacerbations, Long acting bronchodilators can be used during an acute exacerbation, Asthma does not prevent participation in physical activities or sports

Long acting bronchodilators can be used during an acute exacerbation

A toddler is brought to the emergency department with a barking cough, inspiratory stridor, and retractions. What is the nurse’s priority intervention?

Keep the child calm and provide humidified oxygen

A nurse is planning care for four pediatric clients on the infectious disease unit. Which child requires airborne precautions? A 6-year-old with rubella whose maculopapular rash began 2 days ago, A 2-year-old with a new diagnosis of erythema infectiosum, A 4-year-old with rubeola who developed Koplik spots yesterday, A 3-year-old with vesicular lesions on oral mucosa, hands and feet

A 4-year-old with rubeola who developed Koplik spots yesterday

A nurse is teaching the parent of a child newly diagnosed with ADHD about managing symptoms at home. Which statement by the parent indicates a need for further teaching? “I will create a daily routine with consistent times for homework, meals, and bedtime.”, “I will give my child short, clear instructions one step at a time.”, “I will remove all physical activity from the schedule to help keep my child calm.”, "I will use positive reinforcement when my child completes a task.”

I will remove all physical activity from the schedule to help keep my child calm.

A nurse is caring for a 6-year-old child who presents with fever, abdominal pain, urinary frequency, and foul smelling urine. The provider suspects a UTI and orders a urinalysis and urine culture. Which action should the nurse take first?

Explain the clean-catch procedure to the child and parent.

What is the priority nursing intervention for a child with sickle cell crisis who is complaining of pain and swelling in his right arm and leg?

Administer narcotic analgesics around the clock.

A pediatric patient with thrombocytopenia is admitted with new petechiae and purpura after a viral infection. Which prescription should the nurse question? Options: Acetaminophen as needed for fever, Encourage oral fluids if kidney function is normal, Ibuprofen as needed for joint pain, Apply direct pressure to venipuncture sites

Ibuprofen as needed for joint pain

A nurse is assessing a preschool-age child for possible visual impairment. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as a potential indicator of a visual deficit? The child stands close to objects and tilts their head when focusing.

The child stands close to objects and tilts their head when focusing.

A nurse is performing a home safety assessment for a 3 week old infant. Which finding places the infant at the greatest risk of SIDS and requires immediate intervention? The parent reports the infant spits up frequently after feedings. The crib contains only a fitted sheet, and the infant sleeps in a sleep sac. The parents place the infant to sleep in the bassinet next to their bed. The father reports smoking cigarettes but only outside the home.

The father reports smoking cigarettes but only outside the home.

A nurse in the newborn nursery is caring for a term infant who is at risk for cold stress. Which of the following situations represents conductive heat loss? The newborn is placed on a weighing scale that has not been prewarmed. The unclothed newborn is positioned near a window where cold air is circulating. The newborn is left wet after birth while the nurse gathers supplies. The newborn is lying under a radiant warmer with the side rails down near cool metal equipment.

The newborn is placed on a weighing scale that has not been prewarmed.

A 10-year-old is hospitalized and wants to know details about their upcoming procedure. What is the best nursing action? Options: Provide simple explanations without the use of specific words, Allow the child to watch a video explaining the procedure, Tell the child not to worry because it won’t hurt, Avoid explaining too much to prevent fear

Allow the child to watch a video explaining the procedure

A mother brings her 8 year old child in for a recheck on his recent diagnosis of immune thrombocytopenia. The nurse notes areas of healing areas of purpura and petechia present on the neck chest and torso still present. The nurse knows further education is required when the mother states which of the following? I should give my child acetaminophen if they get a fever. It is safe for my child to play flag football with protective gear. This illness will resolve on its own. I should monitor for signs of bleeding.

It is safe for my child to play flag football with protective gear.

Which assessment finding requires immediate intervention in a child with a respiratory illness affecting gas exchange? Options: Tachypnea with mild subcostal retractions, Inspiratory stridor that becomes softer with increasing fatigue, Oxygen saturation of 93% on room air, Productive cough with coarse crackles in bilateral lung bases

Inspiratory stridor that becomes softer with increasing fatigue

A nurse is caring for a child newly diagnosed with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). Which provider order should the nurse question? Options: Administer IV immunoglobulin (IVIG), Initiate corticosteroid therapy, Obtain stool sample for occult blood, Give intramuscular (IM) vitamin B12 injection

Give intramuscular (IM) vitamin B12 injection

A 7-year-old with asthma presents with severe dyspnea, intercostal retractions, and diminished wheezing. The child is anxious and fatigued. What is the nurse’s priority action?

Administer a short-acting β₂-agonist via nebulizer

Pediatrics

Flashcard

•

Health Sciences

•

University

•

Practice Problem

•

Hard

Wayground Content

FREE Resource

Student preview

32 questions

Show all answers

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A 8-month-old infant is in the clinic for a well-child check. Which finding would require further evaluation? Unable to sit with support, Unable to pull to stand, Unable to say "mama" when referring to mother, Unable to understand "no"

Back

Unable to sit with support

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When does an infant typically develop a pincer grasp?

Back

9 months

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A newborn presents with cyanosis that does not improve with oxygen, dyspnea on exertion, and poor feeding. Which congenital heart defect pattern does the nurse suspect?

Back

Decreased pulmonary blood flow

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the goal of nursing care for an infant with a cardiac defect with decreased pulmonary flow?

Back

Decreased cardiac workload

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The nurse at a well-baby clinic is assessing the language and communication developmental milestones of a 4-month-old infant. Based on the age of the infant, what type of communication would the nurse expect?

Back

Simple vowel sounds

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which assessment finding is most consistent with developmental dysplasia of the hip in a newborn? Options: Bilateral crepitus, Positive Ortolani or Barlow maneuver, Increased internal rotation of hips, Extension of hips and knees

Back

Positive Ortolani or Barlow maneuver

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A child arrives with drooling, sitting forward, and a muffled voice. What is the nurse’s priority?

Back

Prepare for airway management

Access all questions and much more by creating a free account

Create resources

Host any resource

Get auto-graded reports

Continue with Google

Continue with Email

Continue with Classlink

Continue with Clever

or continue with

Microsoft

Apple

Others

Already have an account?

Similar Resources on Wayground

20 questions

Anova Review

Flashcard

•

University

25 questions

Sewer Materials and Design

Flashcard

•

University

24 questions

Scope 3 The Solar System

Flashcard

•

KG - University

28 questions

Java Programming Basics

Flashcard

•

University

29 questions

transition words and phrases

Flashcard

•

University

21 questions

Vocabulary Flashcards

Flashcard

•

25 questions

Ch. 3 Inventory Management 20252 Flashcard

Flashcard

•

University

Popular Resources on Wayground

8 questions

2 Step Word Problems

Quiz

•

KG - University

20 questions

Comparing Fractions

Quiz

•

4th Grade

15 questions

Fractions on a Number Line

Quiz

•

3rd Grade

20 questions

Equivalent Fractions

Quiz

•

3rd Grade

25 questions

Multiplication Facts

Quiz

•

5th Grade

10 questions

Latin Bases claus(clois,clos, clud, clus) and ped

Quiz

•

6th - 8th Grade

$fractions$

22 questions

fractions

Quiz

•

3rd Grade

7 questions

The Story of Books

Quiz

•

6th - 8th Grade

Discover more resources for Health Sciences

8 questions

2 Step Word Problems

Quiz

•

KG - University

7 questions

Comparing Fractions

Interactive video

•

1st Grade - University

7 questions

Force and Motion

Interactive video

•

4th Grade - University

10 questions

14.2 Independent/Dependent Variables

Quiz

•

KG - University

18 questions

Great Lakes States

Quiz

•

KG - University

7 questions

DNA, Chromosomes, Genes, and Traits: An Intro to Heredity

Interactive video

•

11th Grade - University

7 questions

Reflexive Verbs in Spanish

Lesson

•

9th Grade - University

7 questions

Narrative Writing 1

Interactive video

•

4th Grade - University