ATI LPN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 17 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Why does day care for the toddler differ from that of the preschooler?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Toddlers have a shorter attention span than preschoolers and are prone to investigate other opportunities in the environment that may put them in harm's way.
Question 2 of 5
How would the nurse advise a parent who states, 'I never know how much food to feed my child'?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A tablespoon of each type of food for each year of age is a good guideline to follow when determining serving sizes.
Question 3 of 5
How many hours should toddlers be able to stay dry for the nurse to suggest they are ready to begin bladder training?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If the toddler is mature enough to retain urine for 2 hours, bladder training can be effective.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a 3-year-old toddler. What is the expected weight gain for this age child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The expected weight of a 2?½-year-old toddler is four times the birth weight.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is discussing toilet training with parents. What behavior by the child would identify toilet training readiness?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children are ready for toilet training when they can communicate in some fashion that they are wet or need to urinate or defecate.