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Course Introduction
This course explores the principles and practices of nursing care tailored to women and children across the lifespan. Emphasizing family-centered care, students will examine the physiological, psychological, developmental, and sociocultural factors that influence the health needs of women from adolescence through adulthood and children, from infancy to adolescence. Topics include reproductive health, prenatal and postnatal care, common childhood illnesses, growth and development milestones, and evidence-based interventions to promote health, prevent disease, and manage acute and chronic conditions. Students will also develop skills in communication, assessment, and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic, compassionate care in diverse healthcare settings.
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Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 6th Edition by Gloria Leifer
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Chapter 1: The Past, Present, and Future
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Q1) The first White House Conference on Children and Youth was called by President
Answer: Theodore Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt called the first White House Conference in 1909.
Q2) One of the major advantages to the application of critical thinking is that it results in:
A) problem-free care.
B) limited approaches to care.
C) less need for assessment.
D) problem prevention.
Answer: D
Q3) The nurse points out some non-family-centered policies prevalent in the 1960s. What are they? Select all that apply.
A) Waiting room for fathers
B) Sedation of mother during labor
C) Delay of reunion of mother and infant
D) Lenient visiting hours
E) Restrictions of visitations by minor children
Answer: A, B, C, E
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Chapter 2: Human Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology
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Q1) The nurse, speaking with a couple trying to conceive a child, reminds the patients that a factor that can decrease sperm production is:
A) infrequent sexual intercourse.
B) the man not being circumcised.
C) the penis and testes being small.
D) the testes being too warm.
Answer: D
Q2) In males the follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and the luteinizing hormone (LH) from the anterior pituitary stimulate testosterone production in the ________ cells of the testes.
Answer: Leydig
The Leydig cells in the testes are stimulated by the FSH and LH to produce testosterone.
Q3) The nurse clarifies that puberty ends for a male when:
A) facial hair is evident.
B) erections can be sustained.
C) ejaculate is greater than 5 mL.
D) mature sperm form.
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Fetal Development
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Q1) Untreated respiratory distress in the newborn could cause which complication?
A) Esophageal atresia
B) Gastric dilation
C) Cold stress
D) Reopening of the foramen ovale
Answer: D
Q2) A woman missed her menstrual period 1 week ago and has come to the doctor's office for a pregnancy test. The nurse knows that the placental hormone measured in pregnancy tests is:
A) progesterone.
B) estrogen.
C) human chorionic gonadotropin.
D) human placental lactogen.
Answer: C
Q3) In fetal circulation, the purpose of the ductus venosus is to bypass the:
A) liver.
B) heart.
C) lungs.
D) kidneys.
Answer: A
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Chapter 4: Prenatal Care and Adaptations to Pregnancy
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Q1) A woman reports that her last normal menstrual period began on August 5, 2010. Using Nägele's rule, her expected date of delivery would be _____, 2011.
A) April 30
B) May 5
C) May 12
D) May 26
Q2) The nurse explains that the number of years between menarche and the date of conception is known as _____ age.
A) gynecological
B) fertile
C) conception
D) gravid
Q3) The nurse reminds the prenatal patient that she should add ________ kcal to her daily intake to nourish the fetus.
Q4) The nurse is aware that ______________ maneuver can assess the position and presentation of the fetus.
Q5) The patient confesses to eating crushed ice 10 or 12 times daily. The nurse assesses this behavior as __________.
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Chapter 5: Nursing Care of Women with Complications
During Pregnancy
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Q1) An ultrasound on a woman who is 32 weeks pregnant reveals the placenta implanted over the entire cervical os. The nurse understands that this condition is known as:
A) low-lying placenta.
B) marginal placenta previa.
C) partial placenta previa.
D) total placenta previa.
Q2) A patient who is 30 weeks pregnant delivers a stillborn child in the emergency department (ED). What should the ED nurse offer the patient? Select all that apply.
A) Privacy
B) An opportunity to hold the infant
C) Materials about support groups
D) A memento (footprint or lock of hair)
E) An opportunity to grieve
F) None of the above
Q3) The nurse explains that ___________ is a procedure in which an incompetent cervix is sutured closed to prevent its opening when the fetus presses against it.
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Chapter 6: Nursing Care of Mother and Infant During Labor and
Birth
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Q1) What are the advantages of a free-standing birth center? Select all that apply.
A) Home-like setting
B) Designed for high-risk pregnancies
C) Lower costs
D) Attended by certified obstetricians
E) Immediate emergency access
Q2) The most important nursing activity during the fourth stage of labor is to:
A) monitor the frequency and intensity of contractions.
B) provide comfort measures.
C) assess for hemorrhage.
D) promote bonding.
Q3) The nurse formulates a nursing diagnosis for a woman in the fourth stage of labor. The most appropriate nursing diagnosis is:
A) pain related to increasing frequency and intensity of contractions.
B) fear related to the probable need for cesarean delivery.
C) dysuria related to prolonged labor and decreased intake.
D) risk for injury related to hemorrhage.
Q4) After the pregnant woman is admitted to the labor suite, the nurse assesses the position of the infant as ROA; this means that the infant's head is _________
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Chapter 7: Nursing Management of Pain During Labor and Birth
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Q1) A nurse instructs a woman's labor coach to comfort her by firmly pressing on her lower back. This technique is called:
A) sacral pressure.
B) distraction.
C) effleurage.
D) conscious relaxation.
Q2) The nurse points out the major advantages of nonpharmacological pain control methods. What are they? Select all that apply.
A) They sedate the mother.
B) They do not slow labor.
C) They do not dull the excitement of the birth experience.
D) They do not have the potential to cause allergic reactions.
E) They do not have to be delayed until labor is well established.
Q3) Chemical substances produced in the body that act as natural pain relievers are:
A) endorphins.
B) morphine.
C) codeine.
D) atropine.
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Chapter 8: Nursing Care of Women with Complications
During Labor and Birth
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Q1) Following an amniotomy, the nursing assessment that should be reported immediately is:
A) fetal heart rate is regular at 154 beats/min.
B) amniotic fluid is clear with flecks of vernix.
C) amniotic fluid is watery and pale green.
D) maternal temperature is 37.8° C.
Q2) A(n) _______________ is a narrow cone inserted into the cervix to "ripen" the cervix to increase uterine contractions.
Q3) The nurse would assess an infant delivered with the use of forceps for:
A) loss of hair from contact with forceps.
B) sacral hematoma.
C) facial asymmetry.
D) shoulder dislocation.
Q4) The nurse explains to the patient who is threatening preterm labor that glucocorticoids are given prior to delivery in order to:
A) prevent infection.
B) increase fetal lung maturity.
C) increase blood flow from placenta.
D) relax the cervix.
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Chapter 9: The Family After Birth
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Q1) The nurse is aware that the newborn is considered hypoglycemic if the blood glucose level is below _____ mg/dL.
A) 70
B) 60
C) 50
D) 40
Q2) The statement that indicates the new mother is breastfeeding correctly is:
A) "I will put the baby first on the breast that she took last in the previous feeding."
B) "I keep the baby on a 4-hour feeding schedule."
C) "I let the baby stay on the first breast only 5 minutes."
D) "I put only the nipple in the baby's mouth when I am breastfeeding."
Q3) The nurse explains that the three infections that are contraindications to breastfeeding are _______________, _______________, and ________________.
Q4) The hormone responsible for milk production is ____________________.
Q5) The nurse assesses a 6-inch stain of lochia rubra on a pad that was worn for 2 hours. The nurse would document this as a(n) ________________ amount of lochia.
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Chapter 10: Nursing Care of Women with Complications
After Birth
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Q1) The nurse determines that a woman with mastitis understands treatment instructions when she says she will:
A) "Apply cold compresses to the painful areas."
B) "Take a warm shower before nursing the baby."
C) "Nurse first on the affected side."
D) "Empty the affected breast every 8 hours."
Q2) At her 6-week postpartum checkup, a woman mentions to the nurse that she cannot sleep and is not eating. She feels guilty because sometimes she believes her infant is dead. The nurse recognizes this woman's symptoms as:
A) bipolar disorder.
B) major depression.
C) postpartum blues.
D) postpartum depression.
Q3) If massage and putting the infant to breast is not effective in controlling a boggy uterus, the nurse explains that the physician may order:
A) ritodrine.
B) magnesium sulfate.
C) oxytocin.
D) bromocriptine.
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Chapter 11: The Nurses Role in Womens Health Care
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Q1) The nurse planning to teach a woman about perimenopause would include that lowered estrogen levels:
A) prevent osteoporosis.
B) decrease vaginal lubrication.
C) raise the level of low-density lipoproteins.
D) raise the level of high-density lipoproteins.
Q2) When intraabdominal pressure increases from laughing or sneezing in a woman with a cystocele, __________ ___________ results.
Q3) The nurse tells a woman who is trying to conceive to check her cervical mucus for changes. A few days before ovulation, the cervical mucus is:
A) cloudy and tacky.
B) scant and thick.
C) thin and white.
D) clear and slippery.
Q4) The nurse outlines the process of ova being mixed with sperm and then the resulting embryos being returned to the mother's uterus. This process of infertility treatment is
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Chapter 12: The Term Newborn
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Q1) The nurse's best response to a mother who is voicing concern about the molding of her 2-day-old infant is:
A) "Molding doesn't cause any problems. Don't worry about it."
B) "Did you deliver vaginally or by cesarean section?"
C) "The baby's head conformed to the shape of the birth canal. It will go away soon."
D) "A traumatic delivery can cause molding."
Q2) The nurse is measuring the vital signs of a full-term newborn. An abnormal finding would be:
A) an axillary temperature of 36.6° C (98° F).
B) an apical pulse rate of 178 beats/min.
C) respirations of 35 breaths/min.
D) blood pressure of 80/50 mm Hg.
Q3) The mother of a 4-day-old calls the pediatrician's office because she is concerned about her infant's skin. The finding that needs to be reported promptly to the child's pediatrician is:
A) the hands and feet feel cooler than the rest of the body.
B) skin is peeling on several parts of the infant's body.
C) there is a small pink patch on the left eyelid and one on the neck.
D) today, the infant's skin has a yellowish tinge.
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Chapter 13: Preterm and Postterm Newborns
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Q1) To prevent possible retinopathy in a preterm infant requiring oxygen therapy, the nurse will:
A) monitor arterial oxygen levels with a pulse oximeter.
B) position the head slightly lower than the body.
C) administer low concentrations of oxygen.
D) keep the infant's eyes covered at all times.
Q2) The nurse encourages the anxious mother of a preterm infant to consider the warming technique of holding the infant between her breasts with skin-to-skin contact under a blanket. This technique is the __________ care method.
Q3) A preterm infant has a yellow skin color and a rising bilirubin level. The nurse is aware that this infant is at risk for:
A) skin breakdown.
B) renal failure.
C) brain damage.
D) heart failure.
Q4) The nurse providing stimulation to a preterm infant should schedule stimulation not to conflict with __________.
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Chapter 14: The Newborn with a Perinatal Injury or Congenital Malformation
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Q1) A 3-month-old infant is diagnosed with developmental hip dysplasia. The nurse explains that the usual treatment for this infant would be:
A) a Pavlik harness.
B) a body spica cast.
C) traction.
D) triple-diapering.
Q2) Postoperative nursing care of the infant following surgical repair of a cleft lip would include:
A) feeding the infant with a spoon to avoid sucking.
B) positioning the infant on the abdomen to facilitate drainage.
C) applying elbow restraints to protect the surgical area.
D) providing minimal stimulation to prevent injury to the incision.
Q3) The nurse caring for an infant with hydrocephalus would take special precaution to: A) align the limbs.
B) support the head.
C) keep the head lower than the hip.
D) check intake and output.
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Chapter 15: An Overview of Growth, Development, and Nutrition
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Q1) The pediatric nurse reminds a group of parents that children differ from adults in what way(s)? Select all that apply.
A) Higher metabolic rate
B) Greater surface area in relation to their weight
C) Less mature organ systems
D) More fluid reserves
E) Continuously changing growth and development pattern
Q2) A mother reports that she and her husband have had one child together, but both have children from previous marriages living in their home. The nurse will base the care planning on the fact this family type is a(n) _____ family.
A) nuclear
B) blended
C) alternate
D) extended
Q3) The nurse recognizes Piaget's concrete operational thinking when a:
A) 2-year-old says, "It's nighttime" when his room is darkened.
B) 4-year-old refers to the hospital as "my house."
C) 5-year-old coloring a picture of a puppy says, "This is my puppy."
D) 7-year-old says, "I am sick because I have germs in my chest."
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Chapter 16: The Infant
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Q1) The most appropriate activity to recommend to parents to promote sensorimotor stimulation for a 1-year-old would be to:
A) ride a tricycle.
B) spend time in an infant swing.
C) play with push-pull toys.
D) read large picture books.
Q2) The nurse cautions that children who have unmet hunger needs will likely display which characteristic(s)? Select all that apply.
A) Irritability
B) Ineffective feeding patterns
C) No predictable sleep-wake cycle
D) Distrust
E) Effective parent bonding
Q3) The nurse knows that an infant's birth weight should be tripled by:
A) 9 months.
B) 1 year.
C) 18 months.
D) 2 years.
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Chapter 17: The Toddler
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Q1) The parent of a toddler tells the nurse, "My daughter's appetite has decreased. Thank goodness she loves to drink milk." The most appropriate response for the nurse to make is:
A) "Has your daughter been sick recently?"
B) "How much milk does she drink in a day?"
C) "Has she become a fussy eater, too?"
D) "Have you tried offering her finger foods?"
Q2) The nurse planning anticipatory guidance for parents of a toddler would include which instruction?
A) Adhere to a rigid schedule because the toddler is ritualistic.
B) Limit-setting should include praise.
C) Shoes should fit snugly at the toe and arch.
D) Dress the toddler in pants with a zipper so he or she can learn to zip and unzip clothes.
Q3) The nurse explains to frustrated parents that toddlers will test their own power with: A) negativism.
B) dawdling.
C) tantrums.
D) food fads.
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Chapter 18: The Preschool Child
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Q1) The intervention that is most effective in dealing with occasional aggression in a 4-year-old child is to:
A) have the child take a time-out in the corner for 4 minutes.
B) spank the child at the time of the incident.
C) take away television privileges for the day.
D) send the child to his room for 30 minutes.
Q2) A preschool-age child is asked, "Why do trees have leaves?" Which response would be an example of animism?
A) "So I can have shade over my sandbox."
B) "Because God made them that way."
C) "To hide behind when they are scared."
D) "For the squirrels to play in."
Q3) A 3-year-old child, while playing with her favorite toy in the playroom of the pediatric unit, is approached by another child who also wants to play with the same toy. The nurse anticipates that the 3-year-old will:
A) play well with the other child.
B) give the toy up and then not play anymore.
C) become angry and a physical response might ensue.
D) ignore the toy and go on to something else.
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Chapter 19: The School-Age Child
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Q1) A mother reports that she has a new job and her 12-year-old child is home alone for a time after school. The statement made by the parent, indicating a potentially unsafe situation for this child, is:
A) "I told him that he could invite a few friends after school."
B) "I put a list of emergency numbers next to the telephone."
C) "Last week we made a first aid kit together."
D) "There is a neighbor available in case of an emergency."
Q2) When asked about her activities, a 10-year-old girl responded, "I like school. I play the flute in the school band, and I take tennis lessons." The nurse knows these activities will help this child develop a sense of:
A) initiative.
B) industry.
C) identity.
D) intimacy.
Q3) The nurse is aware that by the age of _____, the first permanent teeth erupt.
Q4) The pediatric nurse assesses the 9-year-old child who has been diagnosed with diabetes to ensure that he does not come to believe that his disease is a form of
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Chapter 20: The Adolescent
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Q1) The nurse is leading a discussion group with parents of adolescents. One parent comments, "My son can't do anything without checking with his friends first. My opinion doesn't count anymore." The nurse would formulate a response on the knowledge that this behavior is:
A) unusual for adolescent boys.
B) often more apparent in boys than girls.
C) a normal phenomenon during adolescence.
D) suggestive of feelings of low self-worth.
Q2) The statement made by a parent indicating understanding about helping a 13-year-old manage his allowance is:
A) "I set amounts he can earn for particular chores."
B) "I give him a certain amount of money for each day."
C) "I put money into his bank account each month."
D) "I told him to ask me when he needs money."
Q3) The nurse suggests a good dietary source of zinc for an adolescent who is a vegetarian would be:
A) green, leafy vegetables.
B) citrus fruits.
C) nuts.
D) enriched breads.
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Chapter 21: The Childs Experience of Hospitalization
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Q1) The nurse suggests that the best time for parents to begin to prepare a 5-year-old for surgery and hospitalization is:
A) as soon as the surgery is scheduled.
B) about 2 weeks before surgery.
C) about 4 days before surgery.
D) on the night before admission to the hospital.
Q2) The anxious parent asks if there is a danger of her 2-year-old child becoming addicted to the opioid pain reliever. The nurse's most helpful response would be:
A) "Although this drug is addictive the doctor monitors the dose very carefully."
B) "Don't worry. Addicted children are very easy to wean off the drug."
C) "Addiction is rare in children when opiates are given for pain."
D) "Addictive behaviors are easy to assess. The drug will be stopped if that happens."
Q3) When the preschooler who is hospitalized for surgery to correct a poorly healed fracture says, "My doctor is going to unscrew my bent arm and screw on a new one," the nurse should ________________ this misconception.
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Chapter 22: Health Care Adaptations for the Child and Family
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Q1) Gentamicin ear drops are prescribed for a 4-year-old child. To administer the ear drops, the nurse would pull the auricle:
A) up and back.
B) down and back.
C) up and out.
D) down and out.
Q2) A parent tells the nurse, "I'm not sure how to give this medicine to my infant." The nurse would teach the parent to best administer an oral suspension by:
A) pouring the medication into a small cup and allowing the infant to drink it.
B) placing the medication in a nipple and having the infant suck the nipple.
C) using an oral syringe and placing the medication in the side of the infant's mouth.
D) administering the medication with a dropper onto the back of the infant's tongue.
Q3) The physician has ordered phenytoin syrup 20 mg PO bid for a child who weighs 15 pounds. The PDR states that 10 mg/kg/day is the maximum daily dose. The safe daily dose of this medication is _____ mg.
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Chapter 23: The Child with a Sensory or Neurological Condition
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Q1) When documenting a grand mal seizure, what would the nurse include? Select all that apply.
A) Presence of incontinence
B) Current dose of antispasmodic medication
C) Activity level prior to and following seizure
D) Level of consciousness following seizure
E) Length of seizure
Q2) The assessment finding that should be reported immediately if observed in a child with meningitis is:
A) irregular respirations.
B) tachycardia.
C) slight drop in blood pressure.
D) elevated temperature.
Q3) The nurse explains that febrile seizures:
A) occur when the body temperature exceeds 38.3? C (101° F).
B) can be prevented by anticonvulsant medication.
C) usually lead to the development of epilepsy.
D) occur when the temperature rises quickly.
Q4) The sign that suggests possible damage to the cortex of the brain is ____________ posturing.
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Chapter 24: The Child with a Musculoskeletal Condition
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Q1) The nurse explains that Russell traction is a type of skin traction that:
A) subluxates the tibia.
B) does not interfere with range of motion.
C) prevents the knee from flexing.
D) supplies continuous pull in two directions.
Q2) The nurse demonstrates which similarities among all traction devices? Select all that apply.
A) Pull the limb into extension
B) Decrease muscle spasm
C) Reduce pain
D) Align two bone fragments
E) Immobilize the limb
Q3) The interventions that would be helpful in relieving morning discomfort associated with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis would be:
A) wearing splints at night to prevent extension contractures.
B) applying moist heat packs upon awakening.
C) taking a warm tub bath the evening before.
D) sleeping with two pillows under the head.
Q4) The nurse explains that Bryant's traction is reserved for children who weigh less than _____ pounds.
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Chapter 25: The Child with a Respiratory Disorder
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Q1) The nurse, auscultating the breath sounds of a child hospitalized for an acute asthma attack, would expect to find the classic sign of:
A) fine crackles.
B) coarse rhonchi.
C) expiratory wheezing.
D) decreased breath sounds at lung bases.
Q2) The nurse would advise a mother to clear the nostrils when her infant has a cold by:
A) clearing the nasal passages after the infant has a feeding.
B) using over-the-counter nose drops to clear passages.
C) removing nasal secretions with a bulb syringe.
D) instilling saline nose drops after clearing away secretions.
Q3) The nurse would suggest to the parents of an asthmatic child to encourage participation in which sport(s)? Select all that apply.
A) Swimming
B) Gymnastics
C) Baseball
D) Cross-country skiing
E) Distance running
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Chapter 26: The Child with a Cardiovascular Disorder
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Q1) The parent of a 1-year-old child with tetralogy of Fallot asks the nurse, "Why do my child's fingertips look like that?" The nurse bases a response on the understanding that clubbing occurs as a result of:
A) untreated congestive heart failure.
B) a left-to-right shunting of blood.
C) decreased cardiac output.
D) chronic hypoxia.
Q2) The nurse clarifies to the parents of a 4-year-old child recovering from rheumatic fever that the child will need to receive monthly injections of penicillin G for a minimum of _____ year(s).
A) 1
B) 2
C) 5
D) 10
Q3) Because the diagnosis of rheumatic fever is difficult, an aid used to identify the presence of rheumatic fever is the _____________ _______________.
Q4) The nurse explains that the difference between the systolic blood pressure reading and the diastolic blood pressure reading is called the __________ ___________.
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Chapter 27: The Child with a Condition of the Blood,
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Q1) The statement made by a parent indicating understanding of health maintenance of a child with sickle cell disease is:
A) "I should give my child a daily iron supplement."
B) "It is important for my child to drink plenty of fluids."
C) "He needs to wear protective equipment if he plays contact sports."
D) "He shouldn't receive any immunizations until he is older."
Q2) The statement by a mother that may indicate a cause for her 9-month-old having iron deficiency anemia is:
A) "Formula is so expensive. We switched to regular milk right away."
B) "She almost never drinks water."
C) "She doesn't really like peaches or pears, so we stick to bananas for fruit."
D) "I give her a piece of bread now and then. She likes to chew on it."
Q3) The family of a child receiving chemotherapy for leukemia should be taught to focus on which aspect(s) of the child's care? Select all that apply.
A) Using a support group
B) Stimulating appetite
C) Maintaining adequate hydration
D) Continuing with scheduled immunizations
E) Reporting exposure to infectious diseases
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Chapter 28: The Child with a Gastrointestinal Condition
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Q1) A mother reports that her child has been scratching the anal area and complaining of itching. Based on this information, the nurse might suspect this child has:
A) pinworms.
B) giardiasis.
C) ringworm.
D) roundworm.
Q2) The nurse reminds parents of a child allergic to cow's milk that they should avoid foods that list ______________ as part of their contents.
Q3) What sign(s) indicate(s) moderate dehydration? Select all that apply.
A) 10% weight loss
B) Dry mucous membranes
C) Normal anterior fontanel
D) Increased urinary output
E) Lethargy
Q4) The nurse, assessing an elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) for an infant with gastroenteritis, recognizes that this confirms the _______________ process that is part of this disease.
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Q1) What will the nurse caring for a newborn with exstrophy of the bladder include in the care? Select all that apply.
A) Diaper infant tightly.
B) Protect skin around bladder.
C) Position infant on back.
D) Prepare for surgical closure.
E) Cover exposed bladder with shield.
Q2) A 7-year-old child with acute glomerulonephritis has gross hematuria and has been confined to bed. An appropriate nursing intervention for this child would be:
A) providing activities for the child on restricted activity.
B) feeding the child a protein-restricted diet.
C) carefully handling edematous extremities.
D) observing the child for evidence of hypotension.
Q3) An appropriate intervention for the edematous child with reduced mobility related to nephrotic syndrome would be to:
A) teach the child to minimize body movements.
B) change the child's position frequently.
C) keep the head of the child's bed flat.
D) keep edematous areas moist and covered.
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Chapter 30: The Child with a Skin Condition
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Q1) Before the 17-year-old girl starts a protocol of isotretinoin (Accutane) for her acne, the nurse should suggest that she first:
A) get a prescription for oral contraceptives.
B) increase the dose of present medication.
C) limit intake of chocolate, cola, and peanuts.
D) increase exposure to sunlight.
Q2) The nurse takes into consideration that children who have been diagnosed with infantile eczema have an increased risk of:
A) pneumonia.
B) acne.
C) sun sensitivity.
D) asthma.
Q3) The nurse speaking to a group of junior high school students informs them that acne can be exacerbated by which drug(s)? Select all that apply.
A) Steroids
B) Phenytoin
C) Phenobarbital
D) Aspirin
E) Oral contraceptives
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Chapter 31: The Child with a Metabolic Condition
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Q1) The nurse caring for a child with a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus plans the care based on the understanding that:
A) there is an absolute deficiency of insulin.
B) insufficient quantities of insulin are produced by the pancreas.
C) oral hypoglycemic agents can control it.
D) insulin deficiency is caused by another disease affecting the pancreas.
Q2) The nurse reminds the parents of a diabetic with an insulin pump that the tubing of the pump should be changed aseptically every ______ hours.
Q3) The nurse assessing a glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA?c) test is aware that this test can evaluate average glucose levels over a period of _____ to _____ months.
Q4) The nurse warns that keeping diabetes in control in an adolescent is made difficult by what? Select all that apply.
A) Hormonal changes
B) Developmental conflicts
C) Preference for fast food
D) Growth spurts
E) Denial of disease
F) None of the above
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Chapter 32: The Child with a Communicable Disease
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Q1) An adolescent is taking tetracycline for a sexually transmitted disease. The nurse would stress in the instruction about this medication to:
A) finish all of the medication.
B) get plenty of fresh air and sunlight.
C) take the medication with food.
D) take an antacid if the medication causes an upset stomach.
Q2) The nurse is aware that female adolescents with STDs resist reporting the conditions for what reason(s)? Select all that apply.
A) They are reluctant to name contacts.
B) They are embarrassed.
C) They doubt confidentiality.
D) They don't want to take the medication.
E) They dread the pelvic examination.
Q3) The nurse would document a rash that has erythematous circular raised lesions as:
A) macular.
B) papular.
C) vesicular.
D) pustular.
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Q1) The nurse documents that every time the child is directed to discuss the relationship with her brother, she complains of shortness of breath and begins to have asthma-like symptoms. The nurse assesses this behavior as a(n) _________________ reaction.
Q2) A 9-year-old has been admitted to the hospital after "huffing" lighter fluid and is in a high euphoric state. The nurse should assess for:
A) depressed respirations.
B) severe vomiting.
C) frightening hallucinations.
D) elevation of temperature.
Q3) An adolescent is brought to the emergency department after an automobile accident. When the nurse approaches the adolescent, he becomes combative. The nurse notes his speech is slurred and his gait is ataxic. The nurse suspects the adolescent has used:
A) alcohol.
B) cocaine.
C) amphetamines.
D) PCP.
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Chapter 34: Complementary and Alternative Therapies in Maternity and Pediatric Nursing
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Q1) When the breastfeeding mother tells the nurse she is taking large doses of vitamin C to keep up her energy, the nurse warns that large doses of vitamin C can cause her infant to have:
A) diarrhea.
B) jaundice.
C) colic.
D) retinal damage.
Q2) The pregnant patient with a stasis ulcer asks if she might be a candidate for hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). The nurse's best response would be:
A) "Yes. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy should have no harmful effect on your baby."
B) "No. High amounts of oxygen in your system will cause changes in your baby's heart."
C) "Yes. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a much better option than using antibiotics."
D) "No. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may cause the placenta to separate from the uterine wall."
Q3) The nurse clarifies that a person who is ____________ _____________ demonstrates sensitivity and respect for different practices and philosophies.
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