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WorksheetsExam 3 Review
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 16mins
Which of the following are signs of readiness for introducing solid foods to an infant? (Select all that apply)
Can sit slightly supported
Strong extrusion reflex
Able to turn head away when full
Interest in foods
Over 3 months old
Which action by a parent demonstrates unsafe sleep practice for an infant?
Using a pacifier
Swaddling the infant
Placing a soft toy in the crib
Placing infant on their back to sleep
Which nutrients require supplementation in breastfed infants? (Select all that apply)
Iron
Vitamin K
Protein
Vitamin D
Folic acid
Which of the following is true regarding whole milk and infants?
It’s recommended from birth
It can replace formula at 6 months
It should be introduced after 1 year of age
Nonfat milk is better for infants under 6 months
What food should you avoid feeding an infant under 1 year old to avoid botulism?
Honey
Whole Milk
Grapes
Red Meat
Infants typically double their birth weight by __________ and triple it by ________.
8 months, 1.5 years
4-5 months, 1 year
2-3 months, 1 year
6 months, 2 years
Which vaccine is given at birth as part of routine infant immunization?
MMR
DTaP
Polio
Hep B
A 2-week-old infant has 8 soft stools per day with a clean smell. What is the nurse’s interpretation?
Possible diarrhea
The infant is most likely breastfed
The infant is dehydrated
The infant is most likely formula-fed
Which of the following is the leading cause of injury in toddlers aged 1–3?
Drowning
Burns
Allergic reactions
Falls
What is the nurse’s best advice to a parent concerned about their toddler’s picky eating habits?
Restrict snacks throughout the day
Bribe the child to eat at mealtime
Offer foods on multiple occasions without pressure
Only serve what the child likes
At 2 years old, a child is ____% of their adult height
25
40
70
50
The nurse observes a toddler playing next to other children but not interacting with them. This is an example of:
Cooperative play
Parallel play
Solitary play
Associative play
A parent is concerned about their toddler touching their genitals during toilet training. What should the nurse say?
“This could be a sign of abuse.”
“It means the child is not yet ready for toilet training.”
“You should punish that behavior.”
"This is normal exploratory behavior."
During an assessment, the nurse lets a toddler hold the stethoscope. What is the purpose of this?
To distract the toddler
To encourage autonomy and reduce fear
To teach them how to use it
To make the exam faster
Which behavior is typical for a toddler during the preoperational stage of cognitive development (Piaget)?
Logical Reasoning
Egocentrism
Abstract thinking
Understanding conservation
A nurse observes a child unable to understand that water poured from a tall glass into a short glass is still the same amount. This reflects a lack of:
Egocentrism
Moral Reasoning
Conservation
Classification
A 3-year-old who wants to pick out their own clothes is in which Erikson stage?
Trust vs. Mistrust
Initiative vs. Guilt
Industry vs. Inferiority
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
A nurse is assessing the cognitive development of a 9-month-old infant. Which behavior indicates that the child has developed object permanence?
The infant cries when handed to a stranger.
The infant babbles when music is playing.
The infant imitates facial expressions.
The infant looks for a toy that has been hidden under a blanket.
Which weight-gain target is most appropriate for a client who begins pregnancy with a BMI of 31?
11–20 lbs
15–25 lbs
25-35 lbs
28-40 lbs
The nurse reinforces prenatal nutrition teaching. Which statements should be included? Select all that apply.
“Aim for about 70 g of protein daily.”
“Limit fluids to reduce urinary frequency in the third trimester.”
“Continue regular sodium intake rather than restricting it.”
“Increase iron to about 27 mg/day during pregnancy.”
“Avoid dietary fats during pregnancy.”
A client at 10 weeks' gestation asks why folic acid is emphasized before and during early
pregnancy. Which statement best explains the primary rationale?
It prevents maternal anemia by increasing erythropoietin production.
It reduces the risk of neural tube defects during early embryogenesis.
It enhances placental transfer of glucose to support fetal growth.
It prevents hyperemesis gravidarum by stabilizing gastric mucosa.
Which vision screening intervention addresses amblyopia in a preschooler?
Patching the weaker eye to strengthen it
Prescribing near only glasses to both eyes
Delaying treatment until school age
Patching the stronger eye to force use of the weaker eye
Which sleep counseling points are appropriate for preschoolers? Select all that apply.
Expect 8–12 hours of sleep per night.
Night terrors require awakening the child during the event
Eliminate naps or quiet time entirely by age 4.
Nightmares are anxiety dreams; discuss real vs. pretend.
Honor reasonable bedtime rituals while keeping consistency.
Which play activity best supports a preschooler’s developmental task of initiative vs. guilt?
Silent worksheets with tracing letters
Independent screen time without limits
Imaginative role play with dress up clothes
Highly structured sports
Which of these medications are safe to take during pregnancy? Select all that apply.
Tylenol
Antacids
NSAIDs
Benadryl
Penicillin
At 24 weeks’ gestation, a client reports decreased fetal movements over the past day. Which nursing action is priority?
Teach client to increase sodium intake to improve plasma volume
Encourage high-intensity exercise to stimulate fetal movement
Reassure that movements are minimal until 34 weeks
Instruct on performing 'kick counts' and report continued decreased activity
An adolescent debates a school policy by appealing to universal human rights over rules. This reflects which Kohlberg level?
Preconventional
Conventional
Postconventional
Unrelated to moral development
Parents ask about typical growth. Which expectation is accurate for preschool years?
Weight doubles each year until age 6
About 2 kg (4 lb) and 7 cm (2 in) per year
No change in immune function compared with toddler years
Primary teeth begin erupting during preschool years
