Pediatric Nursing Growth and Development
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The site of choice for administration of an intramuscular (IM) medication to an infant is: -
Ans -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? - Ans -"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: -
Ans -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? - Ans -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? - Ans -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? - Ans -"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? -
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Ans -"Appearance of breast buds is an initial indication of puberty."
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, Which formula is most preferable for a child who has lactose intolerance? - Ans -Soy-
based formula
The parents inform the nurse that their child is often seen daydreaming. What does the
nurse inform the parents? - Ans -"The child is exhibiting normal behavior seen in
children."
The nurse finds that an adolescent has a tattoo on the neck and piercings on the ear and
eyebrow. During the next visit, the nurse finds that the adolescent has an additional tattoo
on right upper arm and another piercing on the nose. What are the priority nursing
interventions in this situation? Select all that apply. - Ans -Screen the adolescent for
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Schedule an appointment for administering the hepatitis vaccine.
The nurse is assessing the Apgar scores of four different newborns in a pediatric ward.
Which child does the nurse anticipate is experiencing severe distress? - Ans -
Newborn A
The parents of a child often try to persuade their preschooler to touch their pet dog
because they want to reduce the child's fear of dogs. Instead, the child's fears and anxiety
increase. What does the nurse suggest the parents do to help overcome their child's fear? -
Ans -"Let the child watch other children playing with dogs."
The parents of a preschooler are worried, as the child is often seen talking to imaginary
friends. The parents admit that they often scold the child for such behavior. What does the
nurse inform the parents? - Ans -"The behavior is normal at this age and it will help
counter loneliness."
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Test with Verified Answers
The site of choice for administration of an intramuscular (IM) medication to an infant is: -
Ans -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? - Ans -"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: -
Ans -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? - Ans -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? - Ans -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? - Ans -"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? -
1
Ans -"Appearance of breast buds is an initial indication of puberty."
Page
, Which formula is most preferable for a child who has lactose intolerance? - Ans -Soy-
based formula
The parents inform the nurse that their child is often seen daydreaming. What does the
nurse inform the parents? - Ans -"The child is exhibiting normal behavior seen in
children."
The nurse finds that an adolescent has a tattoo on the neck and piercings on the ear and
eyebrow. During the next visit, the nurse finds that the adolescent has an additional tattoo
on right upper arm and another piercing on the nose. What are the priority nursing
interventions in this situation? Select all that apply. - Ans -Screen the adolescent for
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Schedule an appointment for administering the hepatitis vaccine.
The nurse is assessing the Apgar scores of four different newborns in a pediatric ward.
Which child does the nurse anticipate is experiencing severe distress? - Ans -
Newborn A
The parents of a child often try to persuade their preschooler to touch their pet dog
because they want to reduce the child's fear of dogs. Instead, the child's fears and anxiety
increase. What does the nurse suggest the parents do to help overcome their child's fear? -
Ans -"Let the child watch other children playing with dogs."
The parents of a preschooler are worried, as the child is often seen talking to imaginary
friends. The parents admit that they often scold the child for such behavior. What does the
nurse inform the parents? - Ans -"The behavior is normal at this age and it will help
counter loneliness."
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