NUR 235 Exam 1 Study Guide 2026 | Complete Review |
Graded A+
1. If you are asked to administer oral medication to a toddler, which of the
following actions will give you a greater chance of a successful
administration?
Giving the child advanced warning of administration
Offering the child a choice between two flavors of syrup
Always using a medicine cup, never a tablespoon or teaspoon
Never allowing the child to self-administer the medication
2. In a scenario where a pediatric patient presents with a suspected urinary tract
infection, what would be the appropriate nursing intervention regarding urine
collection?
Use a straight or indwelling catheter for sterile urine culture
collection.
Collect a midstream urine sample using a cup.
Perform a bladder scan to assess urine volume.
Encourage the child to drink more fluids before collection.
3. What is an appropriate nursing intervention for a 6-month-old infant in the
emergency department?
Encourage the parent to hold the infant.
Distract the infant with noise or bright lights.
Remove any pacifiers from the baby.
Avoid warming the infant.
,4. The parent of a 4-year-old child calls the hospital to ask how to prepare the
child for the upcoming hospitalization and surgery. How should the nurse
respond?
Preparation would only increase stress
Preparation needs to be at least 2 to 3 weeks before hospitalization
Children who are prepared experience less fear and stress
Children who are prepared experience overwhelming fear
5. Why is it important to separate stool from urine during stool collection in
pediatric patients?
To make the collection process easier for the nurse.
To comply with hospital regulations on waste disposal.
To ensure accurate test results and prevent contamination.
To reduce the amount of stool needed for testing.
6. What is the primary reason for using a straight or indwelling catheter in
pediatric patients?
To monitor blood pressure
To provide hydration
To administer medications directly
Sterile and invasive urine culture collection
7. Why is it important to ensure an upright position when administering
medications to children?
To make the child feel more comfortable.
To allow for easier administration of injections.
, To speed up the absorption of the medication.
To prevent choking and ensure proper swallowing.
8. What is one important safety measure to take when storing medications for
children?
Keep medications on a high shelf
Hide medications in a drawer
Store medications in a locked cabinet
Place medications in the refrigerator
9. In a pediatric unit, how would a nurse implement family-centered care when
a child is hospitalized?
By focusing solely on the child's medical needs.
By assessing the family's coping and promoting visitation.
By administering medications without family input.
By limiting family involvement to reduce stress.
10. During a well-child visit, a nurse discusses developmental milestones with
the parents of a 5-year-old child. Which developmental achievement should
the nurse indicate as important for this age?
The child demonstrates the ability to skip on alternate feet and tie
shoelaces.
The child can solve algebraic problems.
The child exhibits ambidexterity in all activities.
The child can play musical instruments at an advanced level.
, The child engages in imaginative play with intricate plots and multiple
characters.
11. A pediatric patient is admitted with severe dehydration. What would be the
first nursing intervention regarding maintenance fluids?
Conduct a thorough developmental assessment.
Prepare the patient for surgery.
Administer maintenance fluids to restore hydration and electrolyte
balance.
Start a pain management protocol.
12. Why is it important to explain the injection procedure in simple terms to
toddlers?
It makes the procedure quicker.
It allows the nurse to avoid distractions.
It helps reduce anxiety and prepares them for the experience.
It is not necessary for toddlers to understand.
13. A 6-year-old child is experiencing pain after surgery. Which combination of
pain management methods would be most appropriate to implement?
Using a pain scale, administering medication, and employing
distraction techniques.
Only administering medication and providing bed rest.
Using a pain scale and encouraging the child to sleep.
Administering medication and using ice packs exclusively.
Graded A+
1. If you are asked to administer oral medication to a toddler, which of the
following actions will give you a greater chance of a successful
administration?
Giving the child advanced warning of administration
Offering the child a choice between two flavors of syrup
Always using a medicine cup, never a tablespoon or teaspoon
Never allowing the child to self-administer the medication
2. In a scenario where a pediatric patient presents with a suspected urinary tract
infection, what would be the appropriate nursing intervention regarding urine
collection?
Use a straight or indwelling catheter for sterile urine culture
collection.
Collect a midstream urine sample using a cup.
Perform a bladder scan to assess urine volume.
Encourage the child to drink more fluids before collection.
3. What is an appropriate nursing intervention for a 6-month-old infant in the
emergency department?
Encourage the parent to hold the infant.
Distract the infant with noise or bright lights.
Remove any pacifiers from the baby.
Avoid warming the infant.
,4. The parent of a 4-year-old child calls the hospital to ask how to prepare the
child for the upcoming hospitalization and surgery. How should the nurse
respond?
Preparation would only increase stress
Preparation needs to be at least 2 to 3 weeks before hospitalization
Children who are prepared experience less fear and stress
Children who are prepared experience overwhelming fear
5. Why is it important to separate stool from urine during stool collection in
pediatric patients?
To make the collection process easier for the nurse.
To comply with hospital regulations on waste disposal.
To ensure accurate test results and prevent contamination.
To reduce the amount of stool needed for testing.
6. What is the primary reason for using a straight or indwelling catheter in
pediatric patients?
To monitor blood pressure
To provide hydration
To administer medications directly
Sterile and invasive urine culture collection
7. Why is it important to ensure an upright position when administering
medications to children?
To make the child feel more comfortable.
To allow for easier administration of injections.
, To speed up the absorption of the medication.
To prevent choking and ensure proper swallowing.
8. What is one important safety measure to take when storing medications for
children?
Keep medications on a high shelf
Hide medications in a drawer
Store medications in a locked cabinet
Place medications in the refrigerator
9. In a pediatric unit, how would a nurse implement family-centered care when
a child is hospitalized?
By focusing solely on the child's medical needs.
By assessing the family's coping and promoting visitation.
By administering medications without family input.
By limiting family involvement to reduce stress.
10. During a well-child visit, a nurse discusses developmental milestones with
the parents of a 5-year-old child. Which developmental achievement should
the nurse indicate as important for this age?
The child demonstrates the ability to skip on alternate feet and tie
shoelaces.
The child can solve algebraic problems.
The child exhibits ambidexterity in all activities.
The child can play musical instruments at an advanced level.
, The child engages in imaginative play with intricate plots and multiple
characters.
11. A pediatric patient is admitted with severe dehydration. What would be the
first nursing intervention regarding maintenance fluids?
Conduct a thorough developmental assessment.
Prepare the patient for surgery.
Administer maintenance fluids to restore hydration and electrolyte
balance.
Start a pain management protocol.
12. Why is it important to explain the injection procedure in simple terms to
toddlers?
It makes the procedure quicker.
It allows the nurse to avoid distractions.
It helps reduce anxiety and prepares them for the experience.
It is not necessary for toddlers to understand.
13. A 6-year-old child is experiencing pain after surgery. Which combination of
pain management methods would be most appropriate to implement?
Using a pain scale, administering medication, and employing
distraction techniques.
Only administering medication and providing bed rest.
Using a pain scale and encouraging the child to sleep.
Administering medication and using ice packs exclusively.
