James A Rhodes State College NSG 2522
Peds Exam one WONGS test bank Exam Questions and
Verified Answers
,Why are cool-mist vaporizers rather than steam vaporizers recommended in the home
treatment of respiratory infections?
a.They are safer.
b.They are less expensive.
c. Respiratory secretions are dried by steam vaporizers.
d.A more comfortable environment is produced
A
Decongestant nose drops are recommended for a 10-month-old infant with an upper
respiratory tract infection. Instructions for nose drops should include which information?
a. Do not use for more than 3 days.
b. Keep drops to use again for nasal congestion.
c. Administer drops after feedings and at bedtime.
d. Give two drops every 5 minutes until nasal congestion subsides.
A
The parent of an infant with nasopharyngitis should be instructed to notify the health
professional if the infant shows signs or symptoms of which condition?
a. Has a cough
b. Becomes fussy
c. Shows signs of an earache
d. Has a fever higher than 37.5 C (99 F)
C
, It is important that a child with acute streptococcal pharyngitis be treated with antibiotics
to prevent which condition?
a.Otitis media
b. Diabetes insipidus (DI)
c. Nephrotic syndrome
d.Acute rheumatic fever
D
When caring for a child after a tonsillectomy, what intervention should the nurse do?
a.Watch for continuous swallowing.
b. Encourage gargling to reduce discomfort.
c. Apply warm compresses to the throat.
d. Position the child on the back for sleeping.
A
What statement best represents infectious mononucleosis?
a. Herpes simplex type 2 is the principal cause.
b.A complete blood count shows a characteristic leukopenia.
c. A short course of ampicillin is used when pharyngitis is present.
d. Clinical signs and symptoms and blood tests are both needed to establish the
diagnosis.
D
Parents bring their 15-month-old infant to the emergency department at 3:00 AM
because the toddler has a temperature of 39 C (102.2 F), is crying inconsolably, and is
tugging at the ears. A diagnosis of otitis media (OM) is made. In addition to antibiotic
therapy, the
nurse practitioner should instruct the parents to use what medication?
a. Decongestants to ease stuffy nose
b.Antihistamines to help the child sleep
c. Aspirin for pain and fever management
d. Benzocaine ear drops for topical pain relief
D
Peds Exam one WONGS test bank Exam Questions and
Verified Answers
,Why are cool-mist vaporizers rather than steam vaporizers recommended in the home
treatment of respiratory infections?
a.They are safer.
b.They are less expensive.
c. Respiratory secretions are dried by steam vaporizers.
d.A more comfortable environment is produced
A
Decongestant nose drops are recommended for a 10-month-old infant with an upper
respiratory tract infection. Instructions for nose drops should include which information?
a. Do not use for more than 3 days.
b. Keep drops to use again for nasal congestion.
c. Administer drops after feedings and at bedtime.
d. Give two drops every 5 minutes until nasal congestion subsides.
A
The parent of an infant with nasopharyngitis should be instructed to notify the health
professional if the infant shows signs or symptoms of which condition?
a. Has a cough
b. Becomes fussy
c. Shows signs of an earache
d. Has a fever higher than 37.5 C (99 F)
C
, It is important that a child with acute streptococcal pharyngitis be treated with antibiotics
to prevent which condition?
a.Otitis media
b. Diabetes insipidus (DI)
c. Nephrotic syndrome
d.Acute rheumatic fever
D
When caring for a child after a tonsillectomy, what intervention should the nurse do?
a.Watch for continuous swallowing.
b. Encourage gargling to reduce discomfort.
c. Apply warm compresses to the throat.
d. Position the child on the back for sleeping.
A
What statement best represents infectious mononucleosis?
a. Herpes simplex type 2 is the principal cause.
b.A complete blood count shows a characteristic leukopenia.
c. A short course of ampicillin is used when pharyngitis is present.
d. Clinical signs and symptoms and blood tests are both needed to establish the
diagnosis.
D
Parents bring their 15-month-old infant to the emergency department at 3:00 AM
because the toddler has a temperature of 39 C (102.2 F), is crying inconsolably, and is
tugging at the ears. A diagnosis of otitis media (OM) is made. In addition to antibiotic
therapy, the
nurse practitioner should instruct the parents to use what medication?
a. Decongestants to ease stuffy nose
b.Antihistamines to help the child sleep
c. Aspirin for pain and fever management
d. Benzocaine ear drops for topical pain relief
D
