NUR 230 EXAM 1 (OB/PEDS) |GALEN COLLEGE OF
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Question 1
The nurse assesses the abdomen of a 5-year-old patient who is underweight. Which
finding causes the nurse to notify the health care provider immediately?
A The umbilicus is flat.
B The skin covering the abdomen is taut.
C The abdomen is tense, like a board.
D The peristaltic waves are visible through the abdominal wall.
CORRECT ANSWER
C The abdomen is tense, like a board.
Question 2
The nurse is assessing skin turgor in a child. The nurse grasps the skin on the abdomen
between the thumb and index finger, pulls it taut, and quickly releases it. The tissue
remains suspended, or tented, for a few seconds, then slowly falls back on the abdomen.
Which evaluation can the nurse correctly assume?
A The child is properly hydrated.
B The child has poor skin turgor.
C The tissue shows normal elasticity.
D The assessment is done incorrectly.
CORRECT ANSWER
B The child has poor skin turgor.
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,Question 3
The registered nurse asks a student nurse to measure the temperature of a
2-year-old child. Through which route does the student nurse measure the child's
temperature?
A Oral
B Rectal
C Axillary
D Tympanic
CORRECT ANSWER
C Axillary
Question 4
Which is the most accurate method of determining the length of a child less than 12
months of age?
A Standing height
B Recumbent length measured in the prone position
C Recumbent length measured in the supine position
D Estimation of length to the nearest centimeter or ½ inch
CORRECT ANSWER
C Recumbent length measured in the supine position
Question 5
The nurse needs to take the blood pressure of a small child. Of the cuffs available, one is
too large, and one is too small. Which is the best nursing action?
A Use the small cuff.
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, B Use the large cuff.
C Use either cuff, using palpation method.
D Locate the proper size cuff before taking the blood pressure.
CORRECT ANSWER
D Locate the proper size cuff before taking the blood pressure.
Question 6
Which action implies a 2-year-old child is in pain when returning to the hospital floor after
undergoing an operation? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be
correct.
A Puckering of lips
B Furrowed brow
C Confused look
D Drowsiness
E Loud crying
CORRECT ANSWER
A Puckering of lips
B Furrowed brow
E Loud crying
Question 7
For which pediatric patient is it most appropriate for the nurse to use the Face, Legs,
Activity, Cry and Consolability (FLACC) pain assessment tool?
A 6-year-old patient with a continuous IV
B 3-year-old patient receiving a lumbar puncture
C 5-year-old patient who has an ongoing stomachache
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NURSING | ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS NEW 2026-2027 UPDATE|PASS
GUARANTEE|GRADED A+
Question 1
The nurse assesses the abdomen of a 5-year-old patient who is underweight. Which
finding causes the nurse to notify the health care provider immediately?
A The umbilicus is flat.
B The skin covering the abdomen is taut.
C The abdomen is tense, like a board.
D The peristaltic waves are visible through the abdominal wall.
CORRECT ANSWER
C The abdomen is tense, like a board.
Question 2
The nurse is assessing skin turgor in a child. The nurse grasps the skin on the abdomen
between the thumb and index finger, pulls it taut, and quickly releases it. The tissue
remains suspended, or tented, for a few seconds, then slowly falls back on the abdomen.
Which evaluation can the nurse correctly assume?
A The child is properly hydrated.
B The child has poor skin turgor.
C The tissue shows normal elasticity.
D The assessment is done incorrectly.
CORRECT ANSWER
B The child has poor skin turgor.
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,Question 3
The registered nurse asks a student nurse to measure the temperature of a
2-year-old child. Through which route does the student nurse measure the child's
temperature?
A Oral
B Rectal
C Axillary
D Tympanic
CORRECT ANSWER
C Axillary
Question 4
Which is the most accurate method of determining the length of a child less than 12
months of age?
A Standing height
B Recumbent length measured in the prone position
C Recumbent length measured in the supine position
D Estimation of length to the nearest centimeter or ½ inch
CORRECT ANSWER
C Recumbent length measured in the supine position
Question 5
The nurse needs to take the blood pressure of a small child. Of the cuffs available, one is
too large, and one is too small. Which is the best nursing action?
A Use the small cuff.
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, B Use the large cuff.
C Use either cuff, using palpation method.
D Locate the proper size cuff before taking the blood pressure.
CORRECT ANSWER
D Locate the proper size cuff before taking the blood pressure.
Question 6
Which action implies a 2-year-old child is in pain when returning to the hospital floor after
undergoing an operation? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be
correct.
A Puckering of lips
B Furrowed brow
C Confused look
D Drowsiness
E Loud crying
CORRECT ANSWER
A Puckering of lips
B Furrowed brow
E Loud crying
Question 7
For which pediatric patient is it most appropriate for the nurse to use the Face, Legs,
Activity, Cry and Consolability (FLACC) pain assessment tool?
A 6-year-old patient with a continuous IV
B 3-year-old patient receiving a lumbar puncture
C 5-year-old patient who has an ongoing stomachache
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