ATI LPN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 23 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A parent comments that her infant has had several ear infections in the past few months. Why are infants more susceptible to otitis media?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An infant's Eustachian tubes are short, wide, and straight, allowing microorganisms easy access to the middle ear.
Question 2 of 5
What statement by a patient's mother leads the nurse to determine she understands instructions about administering an oral antibiotic for otitis media?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antibiotic therapy for otitis media is continued until the prescribed amount has been completed, even if symptoms are alleviated.
Question 3 of 5
Which situation would cause the nurse to suspect a hearing impairment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The child who is not making verbal attempts by 24 months should undergo a complete physical examination.
Question 4 of 5
What is the best way for the nurse to communicate with a 10-year-old child who has a hearing impairment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse who faces the child and speaks clearly will help the hearing-impaired child in the hospital to develop a healthy personality.
Question 5 of 5
What would the nurse include when planning postoperative teaching for a child who has had a tympanostomy with insertion of tubes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: After a tympanostomy, care should be taken to avoid getting water in the ears.