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 nurse practitioner explains the role of pediatric
primary care to a new parent. Which statement best reflects
the concept of pediatric primary care?
A. Focuses only on treatment of acute illnesses
B. Emphasizes comprehensive, continuous, and family-centered
care
C. Is limited to preventive services such as immunizations
D. Is only provided in hospital settings
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Pediatric primary care is defined by comprehensive,
continuous, accessible, family-centered, coordinated,
compassionate, and culturally effective care. It includes
prevention, health promotion, and management of acute and
chronic conditions.
A is incorrect because care is not limited to acute illness.
C is incorrect because prevention is only one component.
D is incorrect because primary care is primarily
outpatient/community-based.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
Question 2
Which activity is an example of primary prevention in pediatric
care?
A. Screening for anemia at a well-child visit
B. Administering routine childhood immunizations
C. Managing asthma with inhaled corticosteroids
D. Referring a child for speech therapy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Primary prevention aims to prevent disease before it occurs,
such as immunizations.
,A represents secondary prevention (early detection).
C and D are tertiary prevention (management of existing
conditions).
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Primary Care Versus Primary Prevention
Question 3
A pediatric primary care provider is practicing family-centered
care. Which action best demonstrates this approach?
A. Making decisions independently for efficiency
B. Providing care focused only on the child’s diagnosis
C. Involving caregivers in decision-making and respecting their
values
D. Limiting discussions to medical issues only
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Family-centered care involves collaboration with families,
respecting their beliefs, and including them in care decisions.
A undermines collaboration.
B ignores the family context.
D excludes important psychosocial elements.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
, Question 4
Which provider is appropriately included as a pediatric primary
care provider?
A. Pediatric intensivist
B. Pediatric nurse practitioner
C. Pediatric surgeon
D. Radiologist
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Pediatric primary care providers include pediatric nurse
practitioners, pediatricians, and family nurse practitioners who
deliver first-contact, continuous care.
A, C, and D are specialty or hospital-based roles, not primary
care.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care Providers
Question 5
What is a unique aspect of pediatric care compared to adult
care?
A. Children can independently make all healthcare decisions
B. Growth and development significantly influence care needs
C. Chronic illness is the primary focus
D. Care excludes family involvement
8th Edition
Author(s)Dawn Lee Garzon, Mary Dirks,
Martha Driessnack, Karen G.
Duderstadt, Nan M. Gaylord
TEST BANK
Question 1
A pediatric nurse practitioner explains the role of pediatric
primary care to a new parent. Which statement best reflects
the concept of pediatric primary care?
A. Focuses only on treatment of acute illnesses
B. Emphasizes comprehensive, continuous, and family-centered
care
C. Is limited to preventive services such as immunizations
D. Is only provided in hospital settings
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Pediatric primary care is defined by comprehensive,
continuous, accessible, family-centered, coordinated,
compassionate, and culturally effective care. It includes
prevention, health promotion, and management of acute and
chronic conditions.
A is incorrect because care is not limited to acute illness.
C is incorrect because prevention is only one component.
D is incorrect because primary care is primarily
outpatient/community-based.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
Question 2
Which activity is an example of primary prevention in pediatric
care?
A. Screening for anemia at a well-child visit
B. Administering routine childhood immunizations
C. Managing asthma with inhaled corticosteroids
D. Referring a child for speech therapy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Primary prevention aims to prevent disease before it occurs,
such as immunizations.
,A represents secondary prevention (early detection).
C and D are tertiary prevention (management of existing
conditions).
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Primary Care Versus Primary Prevention
Question 3
A pediatric primary care provider is practicing family-centered
care. Which action best demonstrates this approach?
A. Making decisions independently for efficiency
B. Providing care focused only on the child’s diagnosis
C. Involving caregivers in decision-making and respecting their
values
D. Limiting discussions to medical issues only
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Family-centered care involves collaboration with families,
respecting their beliefs, and including them in care decisions.
A undermines collaboration.
B ignores the family context.
D excludes important psychosocial elements.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care
, Question 4
Which provider is appropriately included as a pediatric primary
care provider?
A. Pediatric intensivist
B. Pediatric nurse practitioner
C. Pediatric surgeon
D. Radiologist
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Pediatric primary care providers include pediatric nurse
practitioners, pediatricians, and family nurse practitioners who
deliver first-contact, continuous care.
A, C, and D are specialty or hospital-based roles, not primary
care.
Source: Burns’ Pediatric Primary Care, 8th Edition – Chapter 1:
Pediatric Primary Care Providers
Question 5
What is a unique aspect of pediatric care compared to adult
care?
A. Children can independently make all healthcare decisions
B. Growth and development significantly influence care needs
C. Chronic illness is the primary focus
D. Care excludes family involvement
