Pre Quiz
A nurse is teaching
new parents about
preventing the
development of
food allergies.
Which of the
following foods
would the nurse
tell the parents is
the most
allergenic?
Peanuts
The nurse is
preparing a 6-year-
old patient who is
experiencing an
allergic reaction
for an
intramuscular
epinephrine injection. Which of the following demonstrates that the
nurse understands developmentally appropriate communication?
I am going to give you some medicine. It may make you feel a little shaky.
Your parent can help hold your hand and your job is to hold your arm still.
The nurse is assessing a patient with an allergic reaction from a
food allergen. Which finding is most concerning? Wheezing
While completing a focused cardiovascular assessment on a 6-year-
old patient admitted with anaphylaxis, the nurse notes that the skin
is cool, central and peripheral pulses are weak, and capillary refill is
prolonged. The patient is responsive and anxious, with a heart rate
of 140, respiratory rate of 32, blood pressure of 106/60, and oxygen
saturation of 91%. What is the most appropriate initial intervention
to support perfusion?
Administer 20 mL/kg of intravenous (IV) fluid bolus
A nurse is explaining to a coworker the relationship between
anaphylaxis and distributive shock. The nurse's explanation is based
on the knowledge that distributive shock is caused by which of the
following? Massive systemic vasodilation
The nurse is preparing to administer methylprednisolone to a 6-
year-old patient with anaphylaxis. The patient is allergic to peanuts
with no other pertinent medical conditions. Which of the following is
the priority for the nurse to monitor with administration?
Blood pressure
, A nurse is describing to a new nurse how epinephrine works. Which
of the following correctly describes the mechanism of action of
epinephrine? Increases systemic vascular resistance and heart rate
The nurse has an order to administer normal saline 20 mL/kg bolus
intravenously over 30 minutes. The patient weighs 46.2 pounds.
How many milliliters should the nurse prepare to administer?
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