PN Pediatrics
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Q1: A nurse is monitoring a 6-month-old infant 20 minutes after administering a hepatitis B immunization. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Answer Choices:
💠 Hives are an early sign of an allergic reaction and can quickly progress to anaphylaxis.
💠 Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening emergency and must be addressed immediately.
💠 Monitoring after immunization is essential to detect hypersensitivity reactions early.
💠 Redness or mild fever are common, non-urgent vaccine side effects.
💠 Early recognition of allergic signs enables rapid administration of epinephrine and airway support.
Q2: A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a 5-month-old infant. Tympanic temperature 39.2°C (102.6°F). Heart rate 84/min. Respiratory rate 30/min. Blood pressure 80/30 mmHg. Oxygen saturation 96% on 0.5 L oxygen via nasal cannula. Weight 7.2 kg (15.9 lb). The nurse should clarify the prescription for which medication?
Answer Choices:
🖤 Ibuprofen is not recommended for infants under 6 months due to risk of renal damage.
🖤 Infants have immature kidneys, increasing their risk of nephrotoxicity.
🖤 Acetaminophen is preferred for fever management in young infants because of its safer profile.
🖤 Administering ibuprofen may also cause gastric irritation and bleeding in infants.
🖤 Clarifying the order ensures safe pharmacologic management in this vulnerable age group.
Q3: A nurse is assisting with the care of a school-age child who is terminally ill. Which of the following interventions should the nurse perform?
Answer Choices:
🤎 Including siblings fosters emotional support and helps them feel connected during the child's illness.
🤎 It provides the terminally ill child with a sense of family unity and comfort.
🤎 Open sibling involvement encourages healthy coping and memory-making.
🤎 Avoiding discussions or excluding siblings may increase anxiety and emotional distress.
🤎 Family-centered care enhances grief processing and long-term emotional healing.
Q4: A nurse is caring for a child and suspects the child has experienced physical maltreatment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Answer Choices:
⏺ This response helps relieve self-blame and guilt often felt by abused children.
⏺ It reassures the child they are not responsible for the actions of others.
⏺ Avoids judgment and provides a safe, affirming environment for disclosure.
⏺ Promoting emotional security builds trust and rapport with the child.
⏺ It aligns with best practices in trauma-informed care and mandated reporting.
Q5: A nurse is collecting data from an infant. Which of the following areas should the nurse palpate to check for an inguinal hernia?
Answer Choices:
🔅 The groin is the correct anatomical location to assess for an inguinal hernia.
🔅 A bulge in this area indicates intestinal protrusion through the abdominal wall.
🔅 Abdominal palpation is helpful but not specific for this type of hernia.
🔅 Inguinal hernias may become incarcerated if not detected early.
🔅 Proper assessment prevents bowel obstruction and emergency complications.
