PN Pediatrics
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Q1: A nurse is assisting with the care of a preschooler who is postoperative following tetralogy of Fallout correction. Which of the following manifestations indicates the child is possibly experiencing decreased cardiac output?
Answer Choices:
💠 Diminished peripheral pulses are an early sign of decreased cardiac output after cardiac surgery.
💠 Adequate cardiac output should maintain strong, palpable peripheral pulses in all extremities.
💠 Weak pulses suggest poor perfusion to tissues, requiring urgent evaluation.
💠 Other signs of decreased output include hypotension, delayed capillary refill, and cool extremities.
💠 Early detection is critical to prevent cardiovascular collapse.
Q2: A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has a new prescription for continuous pulse oximetry monitoring. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Answer Choices:
🔅 Frequent repositioning of the pulse oximetry probe prevents skin breakdown and false readings.
🔅 Prolonged probe placement can cause pressure injuries or sensor burn in pediatric clients.
🔅 Rotating probe sites maintains accurate oxygen saturation monitoring.
🔅 Pediatric patients have delicate skin, requiring extra care.
🔅 Monitoring ensures early detection of hypoxemia and necessary interventions.
Q3: A nurse is preparing to perform suctioning for an infant who has a partial mucus occlusion of her tracheostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Answer Choices:
✨ Short-duration suctioning minimizes the risk of hypoxia, mucosal trauma, and vagal stimulation.
✨ Infants are at a higher risk of desaturation and bradycardia during prolonged suctioning.
✨ 3 to 4 second increments allow effective mucus removal without compromising oxygenation.
✨ Suctioning must be efficient, gentle, and quick in infants.
✨ Adequate technique supports patent airway maintenance and quicker recovery.
Q4: A nurse is caring for a child who is brought to the urgent care clinic following exposure to poison Ivy 1 hr ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Answer Choices:
🔺 The first priority after poison ivy exposure is decontamination.
🔺 Cold running water removes plant oils before they bind deeply into the skin.
🔺 Early flushing reduces the severity and spread of dermatitis.
🔺 Additional treatments like corticosteroids are secondary to immediate washing.
🔺 Proper early action minimizes long-term irritation and complications.
Q5: A nurse is collecting data from an adolescent client who is hypoglycemic. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Answer Choices:
⏩ Hypoglycemia commonly presents with neurogenic symptoms such as headache and shakiness.
⏩ Lack of glucose leads to cerebral dysfunction, causing headache in children.
⏩ Other symptoms may include sweating, irritability, and confusion.
⏩ Prompt recognition and glucose replacement are essential for preventing seizures.
⏩ Fruity breath and thirst are more associated with hyperglycemia, not hypoglycemia.
