Nursing Pediatrics

The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child immobilized by a fractured hip. Which complications should the nurse monitor? a. Hypocalcemia b. Decreased metabolic rate c. Positive nitrogen balance d. Increased production of stress hormones - ANSWER-B What effect does immobilization have on the cardiovascular system? a. Venous stasis b. Increased vasopressor mechanism c. Normal distribution of blood volume d. Increased efficiency of orthostatic neurovascular reflexes - ANSWER-A A young...

emancipated minor - ANSWER-person under 18 who has the same legal rights as an adult family centered care - ANSWER-is a philosophy of care that recognizes the family as the constant in the child's life and holds that systems and personnel must support, respect, encourage, and enhance the strengths and competence of the family (the nurse is a guest in the child's life) family systems theory - ANSWER-suggests that individuals cannot be understood in isolation from one another, but rather a...

Infant: Erikson Stage - ANSWER-trust vs mistrust Toddler: Erikson Stage - ANSWER-autonomy vs shame Preschooler: Erikson Stage - ANSWER-initiative vs guilt School Ager: Erickson Stage - ANSWER-industry vs inferiority Adolescent: Erikson Stage - ANSWER-ego identity vs roll confusion What is the major goal of pediatric nursing? - ANSWER-To improve the quality of healthcare for children and their families Pediatric nursing involves the practice of ___________ health care. - ANSWER-...

The nurse is seeing an adolescent and the parents in the clinic for the first time. Which should the nurse do first? a. Introduce him- or herself. b. Make the family comfortable. c. Give assurance of privacy. d. Explain the purpose of the interview. - ANSWER-ANS: A The first thing that nurses must do is to introduce themselves to the patient and family. Parents and other adults should be addressed with appropriate titles unless they specify a preferred name. Clarification of the purpose of ...

A 7 month old is being evaluated in the emergency department for a possible head injury following a reported fall from the parent's bed. What would the nurse consider when evaluating the fontanels for evidence of increased intracranial pressure? Choose One 1. The anterior fontanel should be open at 7 months of age. 2. The anterior fontanel closes at 2 to 4 months of age. 3. The posterior fontanel should be open at 7 months of age. 4. The posterior fontanel closes at 4 to 6 months of age. -...

attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder - ANSWER-an inability to pay attention, often with hyperactivity and poor impulse control, ADHD is often diagnosed in children younger than 7. It interferes with home life, schoolwork, or other functions autism - ANSWER-a disorder that appears in childhood and is marked by deficient communication, social interaction, and understanding of others' states of mind child maltreatment - ANSWER-intentional harm to or avoidable endangerment of anyone under...

Place infant prone over arms, use pacifier and massage back - ANSWER-List helpful measures the nurse can suggest to the mother with a "colicky" infant. 2 to 3 months - ANSWER-When does the posterior fontanel close? 1 year - ANSWER-At what age does an infant's birth weight triple? 6 months - ANSWER-What is the earliest age an infant is able to sit steadily alone? 12 to 15 months - ANSWER-What is the earliest age an infant is able to walk independently? 5 months - ANSWER-At what ...

Toddler Age Range - ANSWER-1-3 years Height in comparison to that of an adult by age 2 - ANSWER-half adult height What is the average weight gain for a toddler? - ANSWER-3 inches/year When should the anterior fontanel close by? - ANSWER-18 months--- allow 2-3 years When does a toddler's head become more proportional to their body? - ANSWER-3 years Brain size in comparison to that of an adult at 2 years old - ANSWER-90% of full size When is myelination of the spinal cord comple...

The principals of growth and development include - ANSWER-each child grows and develops according to a general orderly pattern that tends to resemble that of others of the same age, sex and nationality. The principles of growth and development include - ANSWER-Development proceeds in a cephalocaudal and proximodistal manner. The principles of growth and development include - ANSWER-Growth and development are interrelated and interdependent. The principles of growth and development inclu...

what is the BMI for obesity in children - ANSWER-greater than the 95th percentile common childhood injuries: small infants - ANSWER-fall from unprotected surfaces common childhood injuries: crawling infant - ANSWER-putting things in their mouth > aspiration and poisoning common childhood injuries: toddler - ANSWER-now mobile -> falls, burns, and collisions with objects common childhood injuries: school age - ANSWER-environmental hazards such as street traffic and water commo...