PEDIATRICS NURSING EXAM 2 STUDY GUIDE, QUESTIONS AND WELL
DESCRIBED ANSWERS
1. Growth and Development
Theories: Piaget’s stages of cognitive development, Erikson’s psychosocial stages.
Milestones: Physical, cognitive, and emotional development at various ages.
Assessments: Use of growth charts, developmental screening tools.
2. Pediatric Assessment
Health History: Gathering information from parents and caregivers.
Physical Examination: Techniques specific to children (e.g., assessing developmental
milestones).
Vital Signs: Normal ranges for different age groups.
3. Common Pediatric Conditions
Infections: Otitis media, respiratory infections, GI infections.
Chronic Conditions: Asthma, diabetes, congenital heart defects.
Emergencies: Pediatric resuscitation, trauma management.
4. Pediatric Pharmacology
Medication Administration: Dosage calculations based on weight, routes of
administration.
Side Effects and Interactions: Common medications used in pediatrics.
5. Nutrition
Infant Feeding: Breastfeeding, formula feeding, introducing solids.
Nutritional Needs: Age-specific dietary requirements.
6. Safety and Injury Prevention
Accident Prevention: Common injuries and preventive measures.
Child Abuse: Recognition and reporting.
7. Family-Centered Care
Communication: With children of different ages and their families.
Support: Helping families cope with illness or hospitalization.
8. Pediatric Nursing Procedures
DESCRIBED ANSWERS
1. Growth and Development
Theories: Piaget’s stages of cognitive development, Erikson’s psychosocial stages.
Milestones: Physical, cognitive, and emotional development at various ages.
Assessments: Use of growth charts, developmental screening tools.
2. Pediatric Assessment
Health History: Gathering information from parents and caregivers.
Physical Examination: Techniques specific to children (e.g., assessing developmental
milestones).
Vital Signs: Normal ranges for different age groups.
3. Common Pediatric Conditions
Infections: Otitis media, respiratory infections, GI infections.
Chronic Conditions: Asthma, diabetes, congenital heart defects.
Emergencies: Pediatric resuscitation, trauma management.
4. Pediatric Pharmacology
Medication Administration: Dosage calculations based on weight, routes of
administration.
Side Effects and Interactions: Common medications used in pediatrics.
5. Nutrition
Infant Feeding: Breastfeeding, formula feeding, introducing solids.
Nutritional Needs: Age-specific dietary requirements.
6. Safety and Injury Prevention
Accident Prevention: Common injuries and preventive measures.
Child Abuse: Recognition and reporting.
7. Family-Centered Care
Communication: With children of different ages and their families.
Support: Helping families cope with illness or hospitalization.
8. Pediatric Nursing Procedures
