RICCI PEDS REVIEW EXAM 1 -
CHAPTERS 25-29 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Inconsolable crying, known as _____ , lasts longer than 3 hours. - Correct Answers -
COLIC
The education of parents about what to expect in the next phase of development is
referred to as _____ guidance. - Correct Answers -ANTICIPATORY
Milk production is stimulated by ____ a hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary. -
Correct Answers -PROLACTIN
The thin, yellowish fluid called; ____ is produced by the breasts for the first 2-4 days
after birth. - Correct Answers -COLOSTRUM
Stranger anxiety is an indicator that the infant is recognizing himself as ___ from others.
- Correct Answers -SEPERATE
The sequential process by which infants and children gain various skills and function is
referred to as ____ - Correct Answers -DEVELOPMENT
The anterior fontanel normally remains open until ____ months of life. - Correct
Answers -12-18
1 month old motor skills - Correct Answers -LIFTS HEAD WHILE PRONE
2 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -RAISES HEAD AND CHEST
3 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -HOLDS OPEN HAND TO FACE
4 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -ROLLS FROM PRONE TO SUPINE
5 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -GRASPS RATTLE OR TOY
6 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -TRIPOD SITS
,Asymmetric Tonic Neck Reflex - Correct Answers -FENCING POSITION
Babinski Reflex - Correct Answers -FANNING AND HYPEREXTENSION
Moro Reflex - Correct Answers -HANDS FORM "C"
Parachute Reflex - Correct Answers -PREPARE TO "CATCH THEMSELVES"
Root Reflex - Correct Answers -SEARCHES WITH THE MOUTH
The nurse is examining a 6-month old girl who was born 8 weeks early. Which finding is
a cause for concern?
a. The child measures 21in (53cm) in length
b. The child exhibits palmar grasp
c. Head size has increased 5 inches (12cm) since birth.
d. The child weighs 10 lb 2 oz (4.6kg) - Correct Answers -c. Head size has increased 5
inches (12cm) since birth.
The nurse is caring for a family with a 2-month old boy with colic. The mother reports
feeling very stressed by the baby's constant crying. Which intervention will help most in
the shower term?
a. Urging the mother to take time for herself away from the child
b. Educating the parents about when colic stops
c. Assessing the parents' care and feeding skills
d. Watching how parents respond to the child. - Correct Answers -a. Urging the mother
to take time for herself away from the child
The nurse is promoting nutrition to a teen who is going through a growth spurt. Which
food should the nurse recommend for its high iron content?
a. Fat-free milk
b. Whole grain bread
c. Organic carrots
d. Fresh orange juice - Correct Answers -Whole grain bread
The nurse is collecting data from a 15-year old boy seen at the ambulatory care clinic
for immunizations. During the initial assessment. He voices concerns about being
shorter than his peers. What response by the nurse is indicated?
a. "Being short is nothing to be ashamed of"
b. "I am sure you are not the shortest guy in your class"
c. "Boys your age will often continue growing a few more years"
d. "Are the other men in your family short?" - Correct Answers -"Boys your age will often
continue growing a few more years"
The nurse is meeting with a 16-year old girl who reports being physically active on the
track and basketball teams at school. The child reports a weight loss of 7lbs (3.2kg)
, since she began training for the track season. When reviewing her caloric needs, the
nurse recognizes the diet should include how many calories?
a. 1,800 calories per day
b. 2,000 calories per day
c. 2,200 calories per day
d. 2,400 calories per day - Correct Answers -2,200 calories per day
Which behavior by an 18-year old is consistent with successful progression through the
stages of Piaget's theory of development?
a. Has a strong sense of understanding of internal identity
b. Reflects a strong moral code
c. Uses critical though processes to handle a problem
d. Is able to be part of a large group of peers while maintaining a sense of self - Correct
Answers -Uses critical though processes to handle a problem
The nurse is counseling an overweight sedentary 15-year old girl. The nurse is assisting
her to make appropriate menu choices. Which statement indicates the adolescent
understands how to make appropriate dietary selections?
a. "I avoid all fat intake"
b. "Because of my age, my dairy intake is unlimited"
c. "I need to have 4 servings of fruit each day"
d. "To lose weight my protein intake should be limited to 2-4 servings per day" - Correct
Answers -"I need to have 4 servings of fruit each day"
The mother of 1-week old boy voices concerns about her baby's weight loss since birth.
At birth her baby weighed 7 lb (3.2 kg) the baby currently weighs 6 lb 1 oz (2.8 kg).
which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
a. "All babies lose a substantial amount of weight after birth"
b. "Your baby has lost too much weight and may need to be hospitalized"
c. "Your baby's weight loss is well with the normal range"
d. "Your baby has lost a bit more than the normal amount" - Correct Answers -d. "Your
baby has lost a bit more than the normal amount"
The nurse is teaching the parents of a 6-month old boy about proper child dental care.
Which action will the nurse indicate is most likely to cause dental carries?
a. Not cleaning the baby's gums after eating
b. Putting the baby to bed with a bottle of milk or juice
c. Using a cloth instead of a brush for cleaning teeth
d. Failing to clean with a fluoridated toothpaste.
The nurse is assessing the sleeping practices of the parents - Correct Answers -b.
Putting the baby to bed with a bottle of milk or juice
The nurse is assessing the sleeping practices of the parents of a 4-month old girl who
wakes repeatedly during the night. Which parent comment might reveal a cause for the
night waking?
a. They sing to her before she goes to sleep
CHAPTERS 25-29 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Inconsolable crying, known as _____ , lasts longer than 3 hours. - Correct Answers -
COLIC
The education of parents about what to expect in the next phase of development is
referred to as _____ guidance. - Correct Answers -ANTICIPATORY
Milk production is stimulated by ____ a hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary. -
Correct Answers -PROLACTIN
The thin, yellowish fluid called; ____ is produced by the breasts for the first 2-4 days
after birth. - Correct Answers -COLOSTRUM
Stranger anxiety is an indicator that the infant is recognizing himself as ___ from others.
- Correct Answers -SEPERATE
The sequential process by which infants and children gain various skills and function is
referred to as ____ - Correct Answers -DEVELOPMENT
The anterior fontanel normally remains open until ____ months of life. - Correct
Answers -12-18
1 month old motor skills - Correct Answers -LIFTS HEAD WHILE PRONE
2 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -RAISES HEAD AND CHEST
3 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -HOLDS OPEN HAND TO FACE
4 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -ROLLS FROM PRONE TO SUPINE
5 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -GRASPS RATTLE OR TOY
6 month old motor skill - Correct Answers -TRIPOD SITS
,Asymmetric Tonic Neck Reflex - Correct Answers -FENCING POSITION
Babinski Reflex - Correct Answers -FANNING AND HYPEREXTENSION
Moro Reflex - Correct Answers -HANDS FORM "C"
Parachute Reflex - Correct Answers -PREPARE TO "CATCH THEMSELVES"
Root Reflex - Correct Answers -SEARCHES WITH THE MOUTH
The nurse is examining a 6-month old girl who was born 8 weeks early. Which finding is
a cause for concern?
a. The child measures 21in (53cm) in length
b. The child exhibits palmar grasp
c. Head size has increased 5 inches (12cm) since birth.
d. The child weighs 10 lb 2 oz (4.6kg) - Correct Answers -c. Head size has increased 5
inches (12cm) since birth.
The nurse is caring for a family with a 2-month old boy with colic. The mother reports
feeling very stressed by the baby's constant crying. Which intervention will help most in
the shower term?
a. Urging the mother to take time for herself away from the child
b. Educating the parents about when colic stops
c. Assessing the parents' care and feeding skills
d. Watching how parents respond to the child. - Correct Answers -a. Urging the mother
to take time for herself away from the child
The nurse is promoting nutrition to a teen who is going through a growth spurt. Which
food should the nurse recommend for its high iron content?
a. Fat-free milk
b. Whole grain bread
c. Organic carrots
d. Fresh orange juice - Correct Answers -Whole grain bread
The nurse is collecting data from a 15-year old boy seen at the ambulatory care clinic
for immunizations. During the initial assessment. He voices concerns about being
shorter than his peers. What response by the nurse is indicated?
a. "Being short is nothing to be ashamed of"
b. "I am sure you are not the shortest guy in your class"
c. "Boys your age will often continue growing a few more years"
d. "Are the other men in your family short?" - Correct Answers -"Boys your age will often
continue growing a few more years"
The nurse is meeting with a 16-year old girl who reports being physically active on the
track and basketball teams at school. The child reports a weight loss of 7lbs (3.2kg)
, since she began training for the track season. When reviewing her caloric needs, the
nurse recognizes the diet should include how many calories?
a. 1,800 calories per day
b. 2,000 calories per day
c. 2,200 calories per day
d. 2,400 calories per day - Correct Answers -2,200 calories per day
Which behavior by an 18-year old is consistent with successful progression through the
stages of Piaget's theory of development?
a. Has a strong sense of understanding of internal identity
b. Reflects a strong moral code
c. Uses critical though processes to handle a problem
d. Is able to be part of a large group of peers while maintaining a sense of self - Correct
Answers -Uses critical though processes to handle a problem
The nurse is counseling an overweight sedentary 15-year old girl. The nurse is assisting
her to make appropriate menu choices. Which statement indicates the adolescent
understands how to make appropriate dietary selections?
a. "I avoid all fat intake"
b. "Because of my age, my dairy intake is unlimited"
c. "I need to have 4 servings of fruit each day"
d. "To lose weight my protein intake should be limited to 2-4 servings per day" - Correct
Answers -"I need to have 4 servings of fruit each day"
The mother of 1-week old boy voices concerns about her baby's weight loss since birth.
At birth her baby weighed 7 lb (3.2 kg) the baby currently weighs 6 lb 1 oz (2.8 kg).
which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
a. "All babies lose a substantial amount of weight after birth"
b. "Your baby has lost too much weight and may need to be hospitalized"
c. "Your baby's weight loss is well with the normal range"
d. "Your baby has lost a bit more than the normal amount" - Correct Answers -d. "Your
baby has lost a bit more than the normal amount"
The nurse is teaching the parents of a 6-month old boy about proper child dental care.
Which action will the nurse indicate is most likely to cause dental carries?
a. Not cleaning the baby's gums after eating
b. Putting the baby to bed with a bottle of milk or juice
c. Using a cloth instead of a brush for cleaning teeth
d. Failing to clean with a fluoridated toothpaste.
The nurse is assessing the sleeping practices of the parents - Correct Answers -b.
Putting the baby to bed with a bottle of milk or juice
The nurse is assessing the sleeping practices of the parents of a 4-month old girl who
wakes repeatedly during the night. Which parent comment might reveal a cause for the
night waking?
a. They sing to her before she goes to sleep
