Test Bank for Essentials of
Pediatric Nursing – Complete
PDF Questions & Answers
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Family-centered care
Nursing approach prioritizing family involvement in care.
Definition of health
Complete physical, mental, and social well-being state.
Mortality rate
Number of deaths in a population over time.
Morbidity rate
Prevalence of specific illness in a population.
Neonatal mortality
Infant deaths in the first 28 days per 1,000 live births.
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Infant mortality rate
Deaths in first 12 months per 1,000 live births.
Child health improvements
Advancements in sanitation, nutrition, and healthcare.
Leading cause of death
Unintentional injuries surpassed infectious diseases in children.
Healthy People initiative
Health promotion and disease prevention agenda for Americans.
Health equity
Equal access to health resources for all populations.
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Chronic illness
Long-term health conditions affecting children's well-being.
Mechanical ventilation
Assisted breathing for premature infants to enhance survival.
Vaccination
Preventive measure against childhood diseases.
Corticosteroids
Medications used to treat asthma in children.
Public health improvements
Enhancements in urban health conditions for children.
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