ATI Pediatric Nursing Growth and Development Final Exam 2022/2023

ATI Pediatric Nursing Growth and Development Final Exam 2022/2023 The site of choice for administration of an intramuscular (IM) medication to an infant is: Correct Answer Vastus lateralis Upon interacting with the parent of an 8-month-old infant, the nurse anticipates that the infant is at risk of childhood obesity. Which statement from the parent supports the nurse's assumption? Correct Answer "I often give my child potato chips." A child has been diagnosed with hemophilia type A after experiencing excessive bleeding from a minor trauma. The mother states that the toddler being seen for the trauma is very active and is difficult, constantly saying no. An appropriate response would be: Correct Answer Toddlers are curious, trying to make decisions and be independent. The nurse is explaining to the mother of two teenage children why her daughter's height is comparatively less than her son's height. What is the reason for lower overall height in girls compared to boys? Correct Answer Closure of epiphyses due to estrogen secretion After assessing the behavior of a 3-year-old child, the nurse concludes that the child is slow to warm up. Which behavior helps the nurse reach this conclusion? Correct Answer The child adapts gradually to a new environment with repeated contact. The nurse is teaching a group of adolescents about the calendar method of contraception. Which statement made by an adolescent indicates effective learning? Correct Answer "This type of contraception requires a regular menstrual cycle." The nurse is educating the mother of an 8-year-old female about the sequences of maturational changes. Which response by the mother indicates effective learning? Correct Answer "Appearance of breast buds is an initial indication of puberty."