ATI LPN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 24 Questions
Question 1 of 5
What will the nurse include when caring for a child in Buck's extension?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking for skin irritation prevents breakdown due to friction from traction equipment in Buck's extension.
Question 2 of 5
Which nursing diagnosis takes highest priority for this child?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain from tissue trauma and muscle spasm is the highest priority due to its immediate impact on the child's comfort.
Question 3 of 5
Approximately how old does the nurse assess a large green bruise on the thigh of a 4-year-old to be?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A green bruise typically appears 5 to 7 days after injury, indicating it is about 6 days old.
Question 4 of 5
Which observation is most likely to cause the nurse to consider the possibility of child abuse when a mother says that her young child fell down the basement stairs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Multiple bruise colors indicate injuries at different healing stages, suggesting possible abuse rather than a single incident.
Question 5 of 5
Which intervention would be helpful in relieving morning discomfort associated with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Moist heat packs upon awakening reduce morning stiffness associated with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.