NURS 227 Pediatric Nursing Proctored Exam

Which parent education should the nurse include to reduce the risk of otitis media in a toddler? (Select all that apply.)

A teen is diagnosed with acne vulgaris. The patient has erythematous pustular lesions. Which nursing teaching is appropriate when teaching about face washing.

During a school screening the nurse notes one scapula/shoulder appears higher than the other on a forward bending test. What is the next best nursing action?

A child with spastic cerebral palsy presents with a history of hypertonicty, contractures, poor control of movement and difficulty eating. The nurse knows to direct management towards:

A parent of a 2-week-old newborn reports persistent tearing and yellow crusting in one eye. The sclera is white, and the infant is afebrile. Which instruction should the nurse provide?

The RN is caring for the patient whom weighs 8kg. The order states 7mg/kg/dose. How many mg per dose should this patient receive (please use appropriate unit measurement):

An infant is noted to have asymmetrical thigh folds and limited abduction of the hip. Further assessment reveals a "clunk" upon manipulation of legs. The nurse recognizes these as most likely signs of

A nurse is caring for a 12-year-old client who appears physically older due to early puberty. Which approach should the nurse use to promote effective communication?

A nurse in a pediatric clinic is assessing four children who present with hip or knee pain. Which child requires priority intervention?

An infant presents to the emergency room with generalized non-pruritic flat erythematous spots, high fever, rhinorrhea, bilateral conjunctivitis, and white spots resembling a grain of sand on buccal m

A school nurse is caring for a teenage athlete with a newly casted fractured ankle. Which interventions should the nurse implement to reduce swelling and pain and promote healing? Select all that appl

The correct dosing for Ancef is 200mg/kg/day every 8 hours. The patient weighs 9kg. What is the correct dose in mg the nurse would administer PER DOSE

A nurse is performing a well-child assessment of an 11-month-old infant. Which parental statement requires immediate communication to the pediatrician?

A nurse prepares to administer otic drops to a 2-year-old with otitis media. What action is correct?

Child A 10am: 4-year-old presents with honey-colored crusted lesions around the nose and mouth Mild itching Lesions are superficial and moist BP 100/60, HR 107, RR 22, Temp 98.7 (37C), 98% SpO2 Child

Child A 10am: 4-year-old presents with honey-colored crusted lesions around the nose and mouth Mild itching Lesions are superficial and moist BP 100/60, HR 107, RR 22, Temp 98.7 (37C), 98% SpO2 Child

Child B 10am 6-year-old presents with a warm, swollen area on the lower leg Complains of pain BP 96/54, HR 154, RR 28, T 101.5F (38.6 C), 98% SpO2 Patient is sleepy but arousable Capillary refill 4 se

Based on most recent patient findings, select the likely presentation (Cellulitis or Impetigo) for each intervention

After 48 hours of IV antibiotics, which findings indicate effective treatment (SELECTT ALL THAT APPLY):

Child A 10am: 4-year-old presents with honey-colored crusted lesions around the nose and mouth Mild itching Lesions are superficial and moist BP 100/60, HR 107, RR 22, Temp 98.6F (37C), 98% Sp02 Capil

A nurse is teaching the parent of a 2-year-old toddler about increased risks of middle ear infection. Which statement by the parent indicates understanding of the teaching?

The nurse performs a standardized developmental screening tool which confirms delay in motor skill development Which action is most appropriate?

The nurse is providing anticipatory guidance to a parent to help promote healthy sleep for the 3-week-old newborn. Which recommended guideline will the nurse include in the teaching plan in order to d

The RN is caring for the patient whom weighs 10 kg. The MD orders Acetaminophen 50mg/kg/day divided in 4 doses. How many mg should the nurse administer PER DOSE?

The nurse is assessing developmental milestones of the patient. The patient was born prematurely at 28 weeks and the child is now 10 months. What is this child's corrected age for which to base milest