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When developing the teaching plan about illness for the mother of a preschooler, which of the following should the nurse include about how a preschooler perceives illness?
- A. A necessary part of life.
- B. A test of self-worth.
- C. A punishment for wrongdoing.
- D. The will of God.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Preschoolers often view illness as punishment for bad behavior due to magical thinking.
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A parent brings a 4-month-old to the clinic for a regular well visit and expresses concern that the infant is not developing appropriately. Which findings in the infant would indicate the need for further developmental screening?
- A. Has no interest in peek-a-boo games.
- B. Does not turn front to back.
- C. Does not babble.
- D. Continues to have head lag.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Head lag at 4 months suggests delayed motor development, requiring further evaluation.
While assessing the penis of a child who has had surgery for repair of a hypospadias, the nurse observes the appearance of the penis. The nurse should report which aspect to the surgeon?
- A. Swollen.
- B. Dusky blue at the tip.
- C. Somewhat misshapen.
- D. Pink.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dusky coloration may indicate compromised circulation.
When developing a teaching plan for the mother of an asthmatic child concerning measures to reduce allergic triggers, which of the following suggestions should the nurse include:
- A. Keep the humidity in the home between 50% and 60%.
- B. Have the child sleep in the bottom bunk bed.
- C. Use a scented room deodorizer to keep the room fresh.
- D. Vacuum the carpet once or twice a week.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using a scented room deodorizer can irritate airways and trigger asthma symptoms. The nurse should advise against this to reduce allergic triggers, while recommending measures like dust mite control and avoiding strong odors.
A preschooler with a fractured femur of the left leg in traction tells the nurse that his leg hurts. It is too early for pain medication. The nurse should:
- A. Place a pillow under the child's buttocks to provide support.
- B. Remove the weight from the left leg.
- C. Assess the feet for signs of neurovascular impairment.
- D. Reposition the pulleys so the traction is looser.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing for neurovascular impairment is critical, as pain could indicate compromised circulation or nerve function.
Twelve hours after cardiac surgery, the nurse is assessing a 3-year-old who weighs 15 kg. The nurse should notify the surgeon about which of the following clinical finding?
- A. A urine output of 60 mL in 4 hours.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: urine output of 60 mL in 4 hours is adequate (1 mL/kg/hr for a 15-kg child is 15 mL/hr, or 60 mL in 4 hours). No other findings are provided, so no notification is needed.