At what age does the anterior fontanelle typically close in infants?

Which of the following is a common sign of dehydration in infants?

Which nutrient is most important for preventing rickets in children?

What is the recommended site for intramuscular injection in infants under 12 months?

Which of the following is a principle of family-centered care?

A 4-year-old child is due for the MMR vaccine. Which other vaccine is typically administered at the same visit?

A child weighing 20 kg is prescribed amoxicillin at a dose of 25 mg/kg/day in two divided doses. What is the amount of amoxicillin per dose?

A 2-year-old is admitted with croup. Which intervention is most appropriate to relieve symptoms?

A 6-month-old infant is being introduced to solid foods. Which food should be introduced first?

A nurse is teaching parents about the immunization schedule. Which statement by the parent indicates understanding?

A 7-year-old with type 1 diabetes is learning to self-administer insulin. Which action by the child shows understanding of the procedure?

A nurse is planning care for a toddler hospitalized with pneumonia. Which strategy best supports family-centered care?

A 3-year-old child is brought to the clinic with a fever and rash. The nurse suspects measles. Which assessment finding supports this diagnosis?

A 5-year-old with cystic fibrosis is not gaining weight despite adequate caloric intake. What is the most likely reason?

A nurse is caring for a child with newly diagnosed asthma. Which teaching strategy would best help the family manage the child’s condition at home?

A 10-year-old is prescribed a medication with a safe dosage range of 5–10 mg/kg/day. The child weighs 30 kg and is prescribed 300 mg per day. Is this dosage safe, and why?

A nurse is developing a teaching plan for parents of a child with iron-deficiency anemia. Which dietary change should be recommended to improve iron absorption?

A 2-year-old is hospitalized for severe gastroenteritis. The nurse must prioritize care. Which action should be taken first?

A nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of a family-centered care approach for a child with chronic illness. Which outcome best indicates success?

Which intervention is most appropriate for a child experiencing an acute asthma attack at home?

At what age do infants typically begin to sit without support?

Which food should be avoided when introducing solids to infants under 1 year due to risk of botulism?

Which sign is most commonly observed in a child with scarlet fever?

What is the most appropriate intervention for a toddler with bronchiolitis experiencing mild respiratory distress?

Which vaccine is recommended for children to prevent chickenpox?

What is the most important action to take for a child who has been submerged in cold water and appears lifeless?

After a near-drowning incident, why is it important to seek medical attention, even if the child seems fine?

Which of the following is a common respiratory disorder characterized by inflamed airways and difficulty breathing?

Which of the following is a symptom of pediatric respiratory distress syndrome?

Bronchiolitis is most commonly caused by which virus?

What is a common sign of pneumonia in infants?

Which food should infants avoid for the first year?

Infants under one year of age generally do not need which of the following in their diet

Which of the following is a common respiratory disorder characterized by inflamed airways and difficulty breathing?

Croup is characterized by which of the following symptoms?

Pneumonia in infants can be caused by:

Which of the following is a classic symptom of asthma in children?

What is a way to become immune to a disease without first having the disease?

When given a vaccine, your body recognizes it as an invader and builds _________ against the virus.

Substances that cause the body to produce antibodies.

You are a doctor and Little Billy is in your office with the flu. His mother wants you to prescribe an antibiotic. Which would be the best response?

A person develops natural immunity.

Which of the following is the best initial response when a child is found unresponsive after a near-drowning incident?

Which component of the immune system directly attacks and destroys antigens?

What dietary supplement is commonly recommended for children with cystic fibrosis to aid in nutrient absorption?

Which of the following is a recommended intervention for a child experiencing an allergic reaction affecting the airway?

What is the primary function of alveoli in the respiratory system?

Which of the following is a common trigger for asthma attacks in children?

In pediatric near-drowning, hypothermia can be a concern. What is the first step in managing a hypothermic child?

Immediately after rescuing a child from water, what is the FIRST step you should take?

Tetralogy of Fallot involeves which defects?

Select all that apply.

Which plan would be appropriate in helping to control congestiv heart failure (CHF) in an infant?

What should the nurse assess prior to administerind digoxin?

Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for a child with ADHD. Which behavior would the nurse not expect the child to display?

The nurse is caring for an adolescent who says, “I’m sick of this. I wish I weren’t alive anymore.” What is the best response by the nurse?

The nurse is collecting data on an 18-month-old child admitted with a diagnosis of possible seizures. When interviewing the caregivers, which questions would be most important for the nurse to ask?

A child comes to the emergency room appearing very ill, reports leg pain, and refuses to bear weight on the leg. The nurse suspects the child may have septic arthritis. When taking the child's history, which information is significant?

A child has had cold symptoms for more than 2 weeks, a headache, nasal congestion with purulent nasal drainage, facial tenderness, and a cough that increases during sleep. The nurse plans to teach the parents about which anticipated treatment plan?

For which potential problem should the child with chronic otitis media with effusion be evaluated?

A 5-year-old is recovering from a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy and is being discharged home with his mother. Home care instructions should include which of the following? Select all that apply.

When caring for a child after a tonsillectomy, what intervention should the nurse do?

The mother of your 7-year-old patient who has a history of severe developmental mental delay and is nonverbal, asks if the patient can receive some pain medication. You should assess the patient's level of pain using which pain scale?

What is the most common cause of pediatric cardiac arrest?

What eye condition is described as: unequal curvature of the cornea resulting in blurred vision?

The treatment for children with seizures is usually:

Haemophilius influenzae meningitis is often spread by which mode of transmission?

You are to obtain a urine specimen from a 3-year-old child. Which method should be attempted first?

The child diagnosed with muscular dystrophy uses a method of rising from the floor which is referred to as which of the following?