Ped's Test 1 Material Quiz
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- 1.
Which of the following foods should be introduced into the infant's diet first?
- A.
Strained yellow vegetables
- B.
Iron-fortified cereals
- C.
Pureed fruits
- D.
Whole milk
Correct Answer
B. Iron-fortified cerealsExplanation
ATI pg 44. Cereal is the first solid food introduced to an infant. Maternal iron stores in the infant begin to diminish around 4 months.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of the following play activities is expected for a preschooler?
- A.
Playing on a soccer team
- B.
Reading a book quietly
- C.
Playing the violin
- D.
Finger Painting
Correct Answer
D. Finger PaintingExplanation
ATI p. 95 Finger painting is a creative activity for the preschooler. Playing on a sports team, reading, and/or playing a musical instrument are activities for older children.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following activities demonstrates that a school-age child is working toward a healthy achievement of Erikson's developmental task of industry??
- A.
The child brings home completed school work to show parents.
- B.
The child prefers to watch cartoons on TV rather than practicing the piano.
- C.
The child depends on older siblings to tell him what to wear to school.
- D.
The child refuses to play by the rules of a board game.
Correct Answer
A. The child brings home completed school work to show parents.Explanation
ATI p. 71 School age children are working on developing a sense of industry, which becomes inferiority when the child does not achieve the tasks. School age children are proud of their academic achievements. While it may be easier to watch TV or to let others decide what to wear, those activities do not demonstrate industry. Following the rules helps the child develop feelings of accomplishment and achievement.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When asked about spanking as a disciplinary technique, the nurse should respond:
- A.
"It really depends on the child's age"
- B.
"It is strongly suggestive of negative role modeling".
- C.
"This may be the only option when no other technique works."
- D.
"Research studies have shown it to be an ineffective disciplinary technique".
Correct Answer
B. "It is strongly suggestive of negative role modeling".Explanation
Mosby Pediatric NCLEX Review. Children who are spanked tend to use aggressive behavior as they get older; they learn their own behavior through their parents' behavior.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Toddlers should not be allowed to eat sandwiches.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
ATI 87 Toddlers enjoy eating finger foods. These foods provide them with a sense of AUTONOMY.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The _______ is the one group that should be constant in a child's life.
Correct Answer
family
FamilyExplanation
ATI pg 1Rate this question:
- 7.
The parent of a 2 year old toddler tells the nurse that she is frustrated with her child's behaviors. The child throws temper tantrums and says "no"" every time she tries to help her. Although the parent knows toddlers do this, she cannot understand why. The nurse explains that toddlers are often negative, which is the normal expression of their desire to:
- A.
Increase their independence
- B.
Develop their sense of trust
- C.
Gratify their oral fixation
- D.
Finish a project they set out to do
Correct Answer
A. Increase their independenceExplanation
ATI 53Rate this question:
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- 8.
The nurse manager of a home health care agency is teaching a group of nursing assistants about pica. The nurse explains why this practice is more common among:
- A.
Toddlers
- B.
Older Adults
- C.
Preschoolers
- D.
Pregnant women
Correct Answer
A. ToddlersExplanation
Mosby Pediatric NCLEX Review. Mouthing is a typical activity of young children from 18 to 36 months; thus toddlers are at the highest risk for lead ingestion and other problems related to poisoning. There is no evidence of this in the older population. Children from 3 to 6 mouth objects as well, but not as frequently as toddlers.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Piaget's developmental theory type is psychosocial.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Cognitive ATI pg 45Rate this question:
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- 10.
Magical thinking can be the cause of preschooler's feelings of guilt.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
ATI pg. 62 Words and thoughts are powerful to preschoolers. They believe that others can see the thoughts they have. Therefore, if something bad happens and the child thought bad thoughts, then the child believes he is responsible for the event.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Health promotion for adolescents should include screening for Scoliosis.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Health promotion for adolescents should include screening for scoliosis because it is a common condition that affects the spine, particularly during the growth spurt of adolescence. Early detection through screening can lead to timely intervention and treatment, preventing the progression of scoliosis and reducing the risk of complications. Regular screening can help identify cases that may require further evaluation and referral to specialists for appropriate management. By including scoliosis screening as part of health promotion, healthcare providers can ensure the early detection and management of scoliosis in adolescents, promoting their overall health and well-being.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Fruit juices should be limited to 4 to 6 oz per day for toddlers.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
ATI p. 87 Fruit juices are high in sugar content and should be limited for toddlers.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Development is cephalocaudal; therefore, before the infant can walk, he/she must develop the skills of sitting and standing.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
ATI pg 43Rate this question:
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- 14.
Children are not affected by cultural barriers.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
ATI pg 17Rate this question:
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- 15.
Before cleaning an abrasion on a 3 year old, what diversional activity could a nurse use to help decrease the child's anxiety?
- A.
Give the child pain medication as prescribed
- B.
Tell the child what to expect
- C.
Allow the child to pick out a sticker
- D.
Have the child "clean the owie" on her doll
Correct Answer
D. Have the child "clean the owie" on her dollExplanation
ATI 94 Having the child perform a task on a comfort toy such as a doll helps reduce anxiety. Giving pain medication does not reduce anxiety, nor is it a diversional activity. Telling the child what to expect may not help a preschooler understand the procedure. Selecting a reward should happen after the procedure is completed.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Autonomy vs. _________ refers to the stage of development for a toddler in Erikson's Theory.
Correct Answer
shame
Shame
SHAMEExplanation
ATI pg 45Rate this question:
- 17.
An 8-month-old infant is brought into the health facility by his parent. The nurse notes several bruises on the infant's abdomen, legs, and arms. The infant also has a cut on his scalp, his clothes are dirty, and he has areas of redness and skin breakdown around his buttocks and scrotum. When assessing this infant for abuse, the nurse should look for which of the following manifestations? choose all that apply
- A.
Normal Growth and Development
- B.
Bruising, welts, and lacerations
- C.
Poor hygiene
- D.
Smiles at care givers
- E.
Fear of strangers
Correct Answer(s)
B. Bruising, welts, and lacerations
C. Poor hygiene
E. Fear of strangersExplanation
ATI pg 44. Question asks for MANIFESTATIONS.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Adolescents are likely to take risks because...
- A.
They are incapable of thinking at an adult level.
- B.
They see themselves as invincible to bad outcomes.
- C.
They have a short attention span.
- D.
They have no respect for the rules.
Correct Answer
B. They see themselves as invincible to bad outcomes.Explanation
ATI p. 78Rate this question:
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- 19.
A toddler's anterior fontanel closes by age 18 months.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
ATI p. 45Rate this question:
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- 20.
A parent of a 17-month old toddler is frustrated with the toddler's behavior. The parent tells the nurse that the child is "bad" but doesn't know how to make the toddler behave better. Which of the following responses should the nurse make to this parent?
- A.
"Allow your child to learn by trial and error".
- B.
"Consistently enforce well-defined limits, such as no climbing on the counters".
- C.
"Reward your child's good behavior, but ignore the bad behaviors".
- D.
"Punish your child when he behaves badly".
Correct Answer
B. "Consistently enforce well-defined limits, such as no climbing on the counters".Explanation
ATI p. 52Rate this question:
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- 21.
A nurse is providing nutritional teaching to a group of parents whose children attend a local day care. Which of the following is the most effective way to encourage good nutritional habits for preschool children?
- A.
Offer snacks if the child does not like what is served.
- B.
Serve nutritious foods that all family members will eat.
- C.
Allow the child to eat only what she asks for.
- D.
Insist that the child eat all of the food that is served to her.
Correct Answer
B. Serve nutritious foods that all family members will eat.Explanation
ATI pg. 61Rate this question:
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- 22.
A mother of a 2-month old infant asks a nurse when she should introduce solid foods into her infant's diet. Which of the following responses by the nurse is most appropriate regarding the mother's question?
- A.
"Infants should only be given breast milk until they are 1 year old".
- B.
"You may feed your baby rice cereal at 6 months".
- C.
"You may feed your baby cereal now if he seems to be hungry after he eats".
- D.
"Infants can be given yellow vegetables when they are 4 months old".
Correct Answer
B. "You may feed your baby rice cereal at 6 months".Explanation
ATI. p 86 Although breast milk is recommended for up to 1 year, infants may be given iron-fortified cereal, such as rice cereal, between 4 to 6 months. Iron fortified cereal is the first solid food to be introduced, followed by vegetables and fruits.Rate this question:
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- 23.
A 5 year old child with autism lives with her mother, two brothers, and grandmother. Which of the following describes this family's composition?
- A.
Nuclear
- B.
Blended
- C.
Extended
- D.
Same sex
Correct Answer
C. ExtendedExplanation
From ATI pg 7Rate this question:
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- 24.
A 5 year old child is hospitalized and is in skeletal traction for a fractured femur. Which of the following is the most appropriate diversional activity for this child?
- A.
Putting together a jigsaw puzzle
- B.
Playing with puppets
- C.
Watching TV
- D.
Stacking blocks to build towers
Correct Answer
B. Playing with puppetsExplanation
ATI p. 96 Playing with puppets provides the preschool child an avenue for expressing creativity, fears, anxieties, and pain. Putting together a jigsaw puzzle is an activity an older child might enjoy. Watching TV might provide diversion for a 5 year old, but would not be the best activity. Stacking blocks is an activity for toddlers.Rate this question:
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- 25.
A 13 month old toddler is being discharged from the hospital. Which of the following potential health risks should be addressed with the parents?? Choose all that apply.
- A.
Cholesterol screening
- B.
Poisoning
- C.
Peer pressure
- D.
Burns
- E.
When to leave the child home alone
- F.
Falls
Correct Answer(s)
B. Poisoning
D. Burns
F. FallsExplanation
ATI pg 53Rate this question:
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- 26.
During a well baby check up, the nurse assesses the social development of an infant. At what age does the nurse expect to see the social smile?
- A.
2 months
- B.
4 months
- C.
6 months
- D.
8 months
Correct Answer
A. 2 monthsExplanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book.Rate this question:
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- 27.
A nurse is examining a 4 year old during a routine visit. Which finding gives the most concern?
- A.
He clings to his mother.
- B.
His speech is intelligible 80% of the time.
- C.
He has an imaginary playmate.
- D.
He stutters occasionally.
Correct Answer
B. His speech is intelligible 80% of the time.Explanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book. Child's speech should be intelligible by age 4; if it isn't he may have a developmental delay or hearing defect.Rate this question:
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- 28.
A five year old child is being prepared for surgical revision of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt. Which developmental characteristic of a child this age most influences preoperative teaching?
- A.
Concrete experiences are meaningful.
- B.
Abstract Understanding is easily achieved.
- C.
Fantasy is clearly distinguished from reality.
- D.
Cause and effect relationships are understood.
Correct Answer
A. Concrete experiences are meaningful.Explanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book.A 5 year old should be encouraged to play with equipment that may be used in the procedure or play act the procedure with a doll to help make the experience concrete.Rate this question:
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- 29.
When placing an infant in a crib to sleep, which position is best?
- A.
Prone
- B.
Supine
- C.
Side-lying
- D.
Head elevated 30 degrees
Correct Answer
B. SupineExplanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book.Rate this question:
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- 30.
The Denver Developmental Screening Test II is used to determine the:
- A.
Physical ability of the child to perform a task requiring strength.
- B.
Emotional maturity of the child compared with other children of the same age
- C.
IQ of a child and comparison of the child's IQ to other children of the same age.
- D.
Degree to which a child is developmentally like other children.
Correct Answer
D. Degree to which a child is developmentally like other children.Explanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book.Rate this question:
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- 31.
A nurse is assessing a 7 month old brought to the clinic for a well baby check-up. Which behavior is expected to develop first in a healthy 7 month old?
- A.
Walking
- B.
Placing objects in a container
- C.
Sitting up
- D.
Throwing a ball
Correct Answer
C. Sitting upExplanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book. The ability to sit up should appear first. Proximodistal development dictates that an infant would learn to sit up before learning to control the arm-hand coordination needed to place objects in a container or to throw a ball.Rate this question:
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- 32.
Which behavior indicates normal biological development?
- A.
A six week old begins to roll from his abdomen to his back.
- B.
A six month old sits without support.
- C.
A seven month old transfers a toy from hand to hand.
- D.
An eight month old begins to stand unassisted and walk.
Correct Answer
C. A seven month old transfers a toy from hand to hand.Explanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book. By age 7 months and infant is typically able to transfer a toy from hand to hand.Rate this question:
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- 33.
A nurse is assessing an adolescent's development during a checkup. Which behavior demonstrates that the adolescent is in Piaget's stage of formal operations?
- A.
Understanding cause and effect.
- B.
Assimilation and Accommodation
- C.
Object permanence
- D.
Planning for the future.
Correct Answer
D. Planning for the future.Explanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book. Piaget's stage of formal operations is the ability of the adolescent to see the future and state goals.Rate this question:
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- 34.
A 12 year old is to be hospitalized for several weeks. The most appropriate activity for the nurse to include when planning diversionary activities is:
- A.
Offering to play card games
- B.
Permitting television watching
- C.
Providing supplies for drawing pictures
- D.
Encouraging continuation of schoolwork
Correct Answer
D. Encouraging continuation of schoolworkExplanation
Mosby Pediatric NCLEX Review.This activity provides the child with a familiar routine; it encompasses the age-appropriate developmental tasks of industry vs. inferiority.(Erikson)Rate this question:
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- 35.
Erikson's Stage of Development for pre-schoolers is Initiative vs. Guilt.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
ATI p. 54.Rate this question:
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- 36.
7 year old with fever, stiff neck, photophobia, headache, positive Kernig's and Brudzinski's signs. LP: normal glucose, mononuclear WBC's, Gram stain negative for organisms. Diagnosis?
- A.
Encephalitis
- B.
Bacterial Meningitis
- C.
Viral Meningitis
Correct Answer
C. Viral MeningitisExplanation
NCLEX-RN Current Clinical Strategies Question Bank.Rate this question:
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- 37.
Nurses have a legal responsibility and are mandated by law to report suspected or actual cases of child abuse.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
ATI pg 610Rate this question:
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- 38.
When performing the initial assessment on an infant with possible meningitis, the nurse found that when the infant's head was flexed his knees and hips also flexed. The nurse should document this finding as:
- A.
Kernig's sign
- B.
Nuchal rigidity
- C.
Brudzinski's sign
- D.
Cushing's reflex
- E.
Jennifer Hardin's first date maneuver
Correct Answer
C. Brudzinski's signExplanation
ATI p 470. Brudzinski's sign is the fexion of the hips and knees when the child's head is purposefully flexed. Kernig's sign is the pain associated with extending the knee when the hip is flexed. Nchal rigidity is resistance of the neck to passive range of motion. Cushing's reflex is a late neurological sign of increased intracranial pressure in which there is increased blood pressure with widened pulse pressure and bradycardia. Jennifer Hardin does not require a date to do this.Rate this question:
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- 39.
Which of the following vaccines protect infants from bacterial meningitis? (select all that apply)
- A.
IPV (inactivated polio vaccine)
- B.
PCV (pneumococcal vaccine)
- C.
DTaP (diphtheria and tetanus toxoids and pertussis)
- D.
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine)
- E.
TIV (trivalent inactivated influenza vaccine)
Correct Answer(s)
B. PCV (pneumococcal vaccine)
D. Hib (HaemopHilus influenzae type B vaccine)Explanation
ATI p. 471 Immunizing infants beginning at age 2 months with Hib and PCV protects them from common types of bacterial meningitis. IPV, DTap, and TIV vaccines will not prevent bacterial meningitis.Rate this question:
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- 40.
_________________ is an inflammation of the meninges, which are the membranes that protect the brain and spinal cord.
Correct Answer(s)
Meningitis
meningitis
MENINGITISExplanation
ATI p. 464Rate this question:
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____________ or aseptic, meningitis is the most common form of meningitis and commonly resolves without treatment.
- A.
Bacterial
- B.
Clinical
- C.
Viral
- D.
Nuchal
Correct Answer
C. ViralExplanation
ATI p. 464 Viral is the most common. Bacterial, or septic meningitis is a contagious infection with a high mortality rate. The prognosis depends on the supportive care given to the child.Rate this question:
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- 42.
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis is the most definitive diagnostic procedure for Meningitis.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
ATI p. 465Rate this question:
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- 43.
Which position should the child be placed in for Lumbar Puncture (LP)?
- A.
Supine
- B.
Sims
- C.
Prone
- D.
Fetal
Correct Answer
D. FetalExplanation
ATI p. 464 Place the child in the fetal position and assist in maintaining position. May need to use distraction.Rate this question:
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- 44.
Risk Factors for Bacterial Meningitis include: (choose all that apply)
- A.
URI (upper respiratory infections e.g., otitis media, tonsillitis)
- B.
Overcrowded living conditions, such as college dorms
- C.
Viral illnesses (e.g. mumps, measles, herpes)
- D.
Immunosuppression
- E.
Injuries that provide direct access to cerebrospinal fluid (e.g. skull fracture, penetrating head wound.
Correct Answer(s)
A. URI (upper respiratory infections e.g., otitis media, tonsillitis)
B. Overcrowded living conditions, such as college dorms
D. Immunosuppression
E. Injuries that provide direct access to cerebrospinal fluid (e.g. skull fracture, penetrating head wound.Explanation
ATI 464. Viral ilnesses (e.g. mumps, measles, herpes) are risk factors for Viral meningitis.Rate this question:
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- 45.
Isolation should occur as soon as meningitis is suspected in the child.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
ATI p. 466 Isolate the child as soon as meningitis is suspected. Isolation usually is in the ICU. Initiate and manintain isolation precautions per facility protocol. Continue for 24 hrs after the first antibiotic has been administered.Rate this question:
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- 46.
A 4 month old is diagnosed with bacterial meningitis in the Emergency Department. When the infant arrives at the pediatric unit, the nurse's first action is to:
- A.
Check the i.v. fluid site
- B.
Take the infant's vital signs
- C.
Check the infant's neurologic status
- D.
Place the infant in a private room and initiate droplet precautions
Correct Answer
D. Place the infant in a private room and initiate droplet precautionsExplanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book. On arrival to the unit the infant should be placed in a private room with droplet precautions to protect the staff and others from infection.Rate this question:
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- 47.
A 3-year old is admitted with respiratory syncytial virus infection. The nurse obtains a history of ritualistic behavior for the child to:
- A.
Allow the child's routine to be continued
- B.
Make the parents feel more in control of the environment
- C.
Give herself more control over the child's behavior
- D.
Decrease the child's sense of separation
Correct Answer
A. Allow the child's routine to be continuedExplanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book. The nurse should obtain a health history of the child that includes ritualistic behavior (such as reading before bed)so that the child's typical routine can be continued.Rate this question:
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- 48.
While caring for a 6 year old with basilar skull fracture, the nurse notices that the child had developed a fever and is becoming drowsy. The nurse should suspect which condition?
- A.
Meningitis
- B.
Hemorrhage
- C.
Herniation
- D.
Edema
Correct Answer
A. MeningitisExplanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book. If a child with a basilar skull fracture develops a fever and demonstrates increased drowsiness, the nurse should suspect posttraumatic meningitis. Hemorrhage causes headache vomiting and irritability, but not fever. Cerebral edema causes signs of increased intracranial pressure, not fever, and could cause herniation.Rate this question:
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- 49.
A two year old child is admitted for possible bacterial meningitis. Which action should the nurse take first?
- A.
Read the child's history and physical examination report.
- B.
Assess the child's neurologic status.
- C.
Interview the child's mother and father.
- D.
Administer oxygen at 3L/minute by nasal cannula.
Correct Answer
B. Assess the child's neurologic status.Explanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book. Acute meningitis can be a pediatric emergency. It's important to assess neurologic status to determine the child's condition and guide treatment options.Rate this question:
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- 50.
When screening a child for scoliosis, which finding should be concern to the nurse?
- A.
Uneven gait
- B.
Raised iliac crest
- C.
Decreased trunk flexion
- D.
Obesity
Correct Answer
B. Raised iliac crestExplanation
Straight A's in Pediatric Nursing Book. A raised iliac crest may be a warning sign of scoliosis because it may result from a curvature in the lumbar spine. An uneven gait can indicate differing leg lengths. Decreased trunk flexion and obesity aren't signs of scoliosis.Rate this question:
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