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A child who weighs 25 kg receives a prescription for isoniazid 10 mg/kg/day by mouth once a day. The bottle is labeled 'Isoniazid Oral Solution, USP 50 mg per 5 mL.' How many mL should the nurse administer?
- A. 25 mL
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: For a 25 kg child, the dose is 250 mg/day (25 kg × 10 mg/kg). With a concentration of 50 mg/5 mL (10 mg/mL), the volume is 250 mg ÷ 10 mg/mL = 25 mL.
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The parent of an 11-year-old client who has juvenile idiopathic arthritis tells the nurse, 'I really don't want my child to become dependent on pain medication, so I only allow taking the medication when the pain is really bad.' Which information is most important for the nurse to provide this parent?
- A. Giving pain medication around the clock helps control the pain.
- B. The use of hot baths can be used as an alternative for pain medication.
- C. The child should be encouraged to rest when experiencing pain.
- D. Encourage quiet activities such as watching television as a pain distracter.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scheduled pain medication maintains consistent pain control, reduces inflammation, and prevents severe pain episodes in juvenile idiopathic arthritis, improving mobility and preventing joint damage.
Which drink choice on a hot day indicates to the nurse that an adolescent with sickle cell anemia understands dietary considerations related to the disease?
- A. Diet cola.
- B. Ice tea.
- C. Lemonade.
- D. Milkshake.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lemonade, a hydrating, caffeine-free drink, prevents dehydration, reducing sickling risk in sickle cell anemia.
A 34-week gestation multigravida comes to the clinic for her bimonthly appointment. Which assessment finding should the nurse report to the healthcare provider (HCP)?
- A. 1+ edema on her lower extremities.
- B. Fundal height of 30 cm.
- C. Weight gain of 2 pounds (0.91 kg).
- D. Fetal heart rate of 110 beats/minute.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fundal height of 30 cm is below the expected range (32-36 cm) for 34 weeks gestation, suggesting possible intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) or oligohydramnios, which requires further evaluation. Mild edema is common, weight gain is normal, and a fetal heart rate of 110 bpm is within the acceptable range.
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The client is a 4-month-old female with a history of gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). Client had fundoplication surgery and will be hospitalized for several days of recovery.
Which pain scales would be appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.
- A. FLACC Postoperative Pain Scale
- B. Riley Infant Pain Scale
- C. Poker Chip Tool
- D. Visual Analog Scale
- E. Numeric
- F. FACES
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: FLACC and Riley Infant Pain Scales assess behavioral cues in nonverbal infants, suitable for a 4-month-old post-surgery. Other scales require cognitive abilities beyond this age.
A multiparous client with active herpes lesions is admitted to the unit with spontaneous rupture of membranes. Which action should the nurse take?
- A. Obtain blood cultures.
- B. Administer penicillin.
- C. Prepare for a cesarean section.
- D. Cover the lesion with a dressing.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cesarean section prevents neonatal herpes transmission during delivery with active lesions.