Burns' Pediatric Primary Care
8th Edition
Author(s)Dawn Lee Garzon, Mary Dirks,
Martha Driessnack, Karen G.
Duderstadt, Nan M. Gaylord
TEST BANK
Question 1
A pediatric primary care nurse practitioner (PNP) explains to a
parent that pediatric primary care emphasizes more than
treatment of illness. Which statement by the parent
demonstrates understanding of pediatric primary care?
A. “The focus is mainly on treating acute childhood diseases.” B.
“Pediatric primary care includes health promotion, disease
prevention, and management of common conditions.” C.
,“Children only require primary care when they are sick.” D.
“Primary care is limited to immunization administration.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pediatric primary care encompasses health
promotion, disease prevention, developmental surveillance,
anticipatory guidance, and management of acute and chronic
conditions. It is comprehensive and family-centered. Option A is
incorrect because pediatric primary care extends beyond illness
treatment. Option C is incorrect because preventive and
wellness care are essential components. Option D is incorrect
because immunizations are only one aspect of primary care.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
Question 2
During a health supervision visit, a nurse practitioner discusses
strategies to prevent obesity in preschool-aged children before
weight problems develop. This intervention is best categorized
as:
A. Tertiary prevention B. Secondary prevention C. Primary
prevention D. Rehabilitation
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Primary prevention aims to prevent disease or health
problems before they occur through anticipatory guidance,
,counseling, and risk reduction strategies. Secondary prevention
focuses on early detection and screening. Tertiary prevention
minimizes complications after disease development.
Rehabilitation is not the focus in this scenario.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
Question 3
A pediatric primary care provider is evaluating a school-aged
child during a wellness examination. Which activity best reflects
the role of pediatric primary care?
A. Providing intensive inpatient management for sepsis B.
Coordinating preventive care, developmental screening, and
chronic disease management C. Performing emergency trauma
surgery D. Managing ventilator support in an intensive care unit
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pediatric primary care providers deliver
comprehensive care that includes preventive services,
developmental assessment, health education, and
management of common acute and chronic conditions. Options
A, C, and D represent specialized acute or inpatient care rather
than primary care.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
, Question 4
A nurse practitioner is discussing unique issues in pediatric care
with a nursing student. Which statement accurately reflects a
unique aspect of pediatric practice?
A. Children are able to independently make all healthcare
decisions. B. Pediatric care rarely involves family participation.
C. Growth and developmental changes significantly influence
assessment and management. D. Adult assessment techniques
are universally applicable to children.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children undergo continuous physical, emotional,
cognitive, and developmental changes that influence
healthcare assessment and interventions. Family involvement is
central to pediatric care, making option B incorrect. Option A is
incorrect because caregivers commonly participate in decision-
making. Option D is incorrect because pediatric assessments
require age-specific approaches.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
Question 5
8th Edition
Author(s)Dawn Lee Garzon, Mary Dirks,
Martha Driessnack, Karen G.
Duderstadt, Nan M. Gaylord
TEST BANK
Question 1
A pediatric primary care nurse practitioner (PNP) explains to a
parent that pediatric primary care emphasizes more than
treatment of illness. Which statement by the parent
demonstrates understanding of pediatric primary care?
A. “The focus is mainly on treating acute childhood diseases.” B.
“Pediatric primary care includes health promotion, disease
prevention, and management of common conditions.” C.
,“Children only require primary care when they are sick.” D.
“Primary care is limited to immunization administration.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pediatric primary care encompasses health
promotion, disease prevention, developmental surveillance,
anticipatory guidance, and management of acute and chronic
conditions. It is comprehensive and family-centered. Option A is
incorrect because pediatric primary care extends beyond illness
treatment. Option C is incorrect because preventive and
wellness care are essential components. Option D is incorrect
because immunizations are only one aspect of primary care.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
Question 2
During a health supervision visit, a nurse practitioner discusses
strategies to prevent obesity in preschool-aged children before
weight problems develop. This intervention is best categorized
as:
A. Tertiary prevention B. Secondary prevention C. Primary
prevention D. Rehabilitation
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Primary prevention aims to prevent disease or health
problems before they occur through anticipatory guidance,
,counseling, and risk reduction strategies. Secondary prevention
focuses on early detection and screening. Tertiary prevention
minimizes complications after disease development.
Rehabilitation is not the focus in this scenario.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
Question 3
A pediatric primary care provider is evaluating a school-aged
child during a wellness examination. Which activity best reflects
the role of pediatric primary care?
A. Providing intensive inpatient management for sepsis B.
Coordinating preventive care, developmental screening, and
chronic disease management C. Performing emergency trauma
surgery D. Managing ventilator support in an intensive care unit
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pediatric primary care providers deliver
comprehensive care that includes preventive services,
developmental assessment, health education, and
management of common acute and chronic conditions. Options
A, C, and D represent specialized acute or inpatient care rather
than primary care.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
, Question 4
A nurse practitioner is discussing unique issues in pediatric care
with a nursing student. Which statement accurately reflects a
unique aspect of pediatric practice?
A. Children are able to independently make all healthcare
decisions. B. Pediatric care rarely involves family participation.
C. Growth and developmental changes significantly influence
assessment and management. D. Adult assessment techniques
are universally applicable to children.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children undergo continuous physical, emotional,
cognitive, and developmental changes that influence
healthcare assessment and interventions. Family involvement is
central to pediatric care, making option B incorrect. Option A is
incorrect because caregivers commonly participate in decision-
making. Option D is incorrect because pediatric assessments
require age-specific approaches.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
Question 5
