ATI LPN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 16 Questions
Question 1 of 5
What should the teaching plan include about infant fall precautions?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Removing unsteady furniture, keeping crib rails up, steadying the infant on the changing table, and placing the infant seat on the floor are effective fall precautions; the high chair tray is not a sufficient restraint.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is aware that the 7-month-old infant can signal feeding readiness by which action(s)?
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: A 7-month-old can signal feeding readiness by pulling the spoon toward their mouth and manipulating finger foods, but lacks upper incisors or the ability to point or show excitement at food.
Question 3 of 5
What is the most helpful measure the nurse can suggest to the mother?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rocking the infant gently and slowly, while avoiding sudden movements, is an effective technique to soothe a colicky infant.
Question 4 of 5
What is the most appropriate recommendation to help this parent?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Swaddling the infant snugly with extremities flexed and hands near the face helps soothe an irritable premature infant.
Question 5 of 5
When does the posterior fontanelle close?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The posterior fontanelle closes between 2 and 3 months of age, as part of normal infant development.