ATI LPN
Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Test Bank
Chapter 31 : Basic Pediatric Nursing Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
What was founded by Lillian Wald?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lillian Wald, regarded as the founder of public health, founded Henry Street Settlement, which provided nursing services and social assistance.
Question 2 of 5
When the pediatric nurse is attempting to establish a trusting relationship with a child, what is the most important and lasting thing to do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
To establish a trusting relationship, the most important thing is to be honest.
Question 3 of 5
What is the special category that encompasses children who have congenital abnormalities, malignancies, gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, or central nervous system (CNS) anomalies?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The definition of children with special needs includes congenital abnormalities, malignancies, GI diseases, and CNS anomalies.
Question 4 of 5
The mother of a child with diabetes asks the nurse in charge of the family-centered pediatric unit if she might see her child's laboratory reports. What response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: With a family-centered care approach, hospitals welcome parents, and parents have access to information 24 hours a day.
Question 5 of 5
What should be the focus of a practice where the pediatric nurse uses a developmental approach?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A developmental approach emphasizes the child's strengths and abilities and considers individuality. It builds on what the child can do instead of focusing on what the child cannot do.