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Nursing Pediatrics Exam 3Poisoning - correct answer -Most common age 1-4, at home -Cleaning supplies/chemicals -Plants -Medications (iron, salicylates, tylenol) -Alcohol/drugs Poisoning RN management - correct answer -Call poison control -Immediate care in ER: prevent further absorption, reverse effects, enhance elimination. -Further care: emotional support, prevent recurrence. Ingestion of Foreign Objects - correct answer -Most common in children 6 months to 3 years **Coins -...

Essentials of Pediatric Nursing CH 1Origin: Chapter 1, 1 The nurse providing family-centered care in a hospital setting reflects on the focus of the health care provided in today's society. Which statement best describes the current definition of health? A) Health is described as 'an absence of disease.' B) Health is measured by monitoring mortality and morbidity of a group. C) Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. D) Technological gains made in health ca...

Nursing Pediatrics Exam (Diabetes)What diabetic ketoacidosis? - correct answer -Cells are breaking down protein and fat causing ketones -Ketones are a form of acid and too many ketones (acid) leads to DKA What is Type 1 diabetes mellitus? - correct answer -Autoimmune -Body produces NO insulin resulting in increased blood sugar What are risk factors for Type 1? - correct answer -Genetics -Family history How is Type 1 diagnosed? - correct answer -A1C (average amount of blood gluco...

Pediatric Nursing: CardiovascularProblems with the heart's structure that are present at birth developing in utero which affects the normal flow of blood through the heart. [HESI/NCSBN] - correct answer Congenital Heart Defects What is the etiology of congenital heart disease? [NCBSN] - correct answer Infection Alcoholism Late Pregnancy (> 40 Years) Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Genetics Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) ___________________ changes are genetic causes of cong...

Pediatrics nursing Stages of Development - correct answer Prenatal Period: Conception to 2 weeks old Infancy Period Neonatal: Birth to 28 days Infant: 1month to 12 months Early Childhood Toddler 1-3 years old Preschool 3-6 years old Middle Childhood 6-12 years old Later Childhood Prepubertal 10-13 years old Adolescence 13-18 years old Patterns of Growth and Development - correct answer Definite and predictable; universal, but unique in timing - See drawing on ...

Wong's 11th ed - Chapter 20: Pediatric Nursing Interventions and Skills 1. In addition to an increased temperature, which is an early sign of malignant hyperthermia? a. Apnea b. Bradycardia c. Muscle rigidity d. Decreased blood pressure - correct answer ANS: C Early signs of malignant hyperthermia include tachycardia, increasing blood pressure, tachypnea, mottled skin, and muscle rigidity. Apnea is not a sign of malignant hyperthermia. Tachycardia, not bradycardia, is an early sign of...

Pediatric Nursing Final Study Guide The nurse is caring for a small child who puts his arm through the side rail just as the nurse is lowering the side rail. The child gets big bruise. The housekeeper asks the nurse what happened. The nurse should: A. tell the housekeeper, since the housekeeper is part of the healthcare team B. restrict information to general statements such as "it was an accident." C. suggest the housekeeper ask the head nurse D. Avoid discussing the accident with the ho...

Pediatric NCLEX QuestionsAfter a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy, which finding should alert the nurse to suspect early hemorrhage in a 5-year-old child? a. drooling of bright red secretions b. pulse rate of 95 bpm c. vomiting of 25 mL of dark brown emesis d. BP of 95/56 mm HG - correct answer Answer: a. drooling of bright red secretions A nurse is teaching the parents of a pre-schooler about the possibility of postoperative hemorrhage after a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. When shou...

Pediatric Immunizations What Immunizations would be given to a baby born 10 hours ago? - correct answer Hep B ( within 12 hours if mom is +) If mom is Hep B positive what other immunization must baby be given within 12 hours? - correct answer HBIg What 6 immunizations would a 2 month old receive? - correct answer DTaP, IPV, Hep. B, Hib, PCV, Rotavirus (RV) What 5 immunizations would a 4 month old receive? - correct answer DTaP, IPV, Hib, PCV, Rotavirus What 6 immunizations would...

Growth & Development - Pediatric NursingTrust vs. Mistrust (Erikson) Age Range - correct answer Infant - 18 months Trust vs. Mistrust (Erikson) - correct answer If needs are dependably met, infants develop a sense of basic trust. Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt (Erikson) Age Range - correct answer 18 months - 3 years Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt (Erikson) - correct answer Toddlers learn to exercise will and do things for themselves, or they doubt their abilities. Initiative vs. Guilt (Eriks...

Nursing Care: Altered Cellular Regulation in Pediatricshe nurse is caring for a child with a Wilms tumor. Which assessment findings does the nurse anticipate? Select all that apply. - correct answer Children with Wilms tumors may present with an abdominal mass (most common finding), hematuria, and hypertension. Vomiting and unexplained bruising are not associated with Wilms tumors. The nurse is caring for a 5-year-old who will be undergoing surgery for removal of a neuroblastoma on the adre...

Nursing Care: Diabetes Mellitus (pediatrics) EDAPTClients with diabetes mellitus_____ have__________ and require insulin to lower their blood glucose levels to the normal range. Clients with diabetes mellitus _____ have______ and may be able to manage their blood glucose levels by diet, exercise, or oral hypoglycemic agents. - correct answer 1. type 1 2. decreased or lack insulin secretion 3. type 2 4. defective insulin receptors The nurse is providing education for the family of a pedia...

Hesi Pediatric Nursing for RN when does birth length double? - correct answer by four years when does the child sit unsupported? - correct answer 8 months when does the child achieve 50% of adult height? - correct answer 2 years when does a child throw a ball overhand? - correct answer 18 months when does a child speak two to three word sentences? - correct answer 2 years when does a child use scissors? - correct answer 4 years when does a child ties his or her shoes? - ...

Pediatric Nursing AssessmentSubjective assessment - correct answer what kid or family SAYS Subj: Interview - correct answer -Why; Relationship btw family -Listening & communication: eye contact, body language, ACTIVE LISTENING -Introduce & Explain: WIPES -Build Rapport: relate, but maintain professionalism, different for each age range Interviewing caregivers - correct answer Ask questions and take notes **Non-judgemental: no eyebrow raising, head shaking in response to pt. Profess...

Pediatric Neurological Practice Questions1. A nurse is explaining to parents how the central nervous system of a child differs from that of an adult. Which statement accurately describes these differences? a. The infant has 150 milliliters of cerebrospinal fluid compared with 50 milliliters in the adult. b. Papilledema is a common manifestation of increased intracranial pressure in the very young child. c. The brain of a term infant weighs less than half of the weight of the adult brain. ...

EDAPT - NR328 Introduction to Pediatric NursingMatch the age to the expected developmental achievement. - correct answer 50% of adult height - 2 year old toddler Development of family conflicts - 16 year old Enjoying collecting items - 8 year old Say a few words - 12 month old Visual acuity approaching 20/20 - 5 year old Drag and drop the developmental theory stages to the theorist and their theory. Each stage will match one theorist/theory. - correct answer Erikson - iniative vs guil...

pediatrics: GI QuestionsA child presents with anorexia, right lower quadrant pain, and nausea. Which instruction can the nurse give to the child to enhance comfort? "Lie on your back." "Lie on your abdomen." "Lie on your left side with knees bent." "Sit up straight in the chair with your legs dangling." - correct answer "Lie on your left side with knees bent." A child with symptoms of appendicitis may be instructed to lie in a knee-chest position to alleviate the pain. T...

NURSING PEDIATRICS UNIT 1 REVIEW Erikson 0-1 yr. GD. Chart - correct answer Trust v. Mistrust Life events 0-1 yr. GD. Chart - correct answer Bond with mother and father. Interact with environment. Impassive faces. small throaty sounds at 4 weeks. Coos, laughs aloud. responds to adult vocalization at 16 weeks. squeals ..ma-mam. da-da O 1 - 3 year. GD. Chart - correct answer Autonomy v. Shame and Doubt Life events 1 year. GD. Chart - correct answer Weaned begins to crawl explore. Bon...

Nursing pediatrics: unit 1, 2, 3What is growth? - correct answer Increase in number and size of cells Is growth predictable ? - correct answer Sequence, yes. Rate, no. What factors contribute to growth rate being unpredictable ? - correct answer Hereditary, environment, nutrition, chemicals, gender. What is development ? - correct answer A gradual change and expansion of individuals capacities through growth maturation and learning What is cephalocaudal? - correct answer Growth ...

Pediatric Nursing Exam 1 Infant: Erikson Stage - correct answer trust vs mistrust Toddler: Erikson Stage - correct answer autonomy vs shame Preschooler: Erikson Stage - correct answer initiative vs guilt School Ager: Erickson Stage - correct answer industry vs inferiority Adolescent: Erikson Stage - correct answer ego identity vs roll confusion An infant who is 6 months of age should have ________ his or her body weight - correct answer doubled Motor development of a nor...