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PN VATI Pediatric Nursing Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
A neonate is born with a bilateral cleft lip that was not detected during the pregnancy. The parents are distressed about the appearance of their infant. Which nursing actions are appropriate to assist the parents in bonding with their newborn? Select one that does not apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using the name , positive interaction , showing repair outcomes , and highlighting strengths promote bonding. Covering the face may hinder attachment.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse witnesses a child collapsing in the cafeteria. Which is the priority action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Per BLS, determining unresponsiveness is the first step to assess the need for further action, ensuring a systematic response.
Question 3 of 5
An appropriate intervention for a 3-month-old with gastroesophageal reflux is which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Upright or left-side positioning (B) reduces reflux by gravity assistance. Rice cereal (A) is for older infants, pyloric meds (C) are unrelated, and infant seats (D) increase pressure. Document: 'The infant is placed in a prone position to avoid increased intraabdominal pressure,' but upright/left-side aligns with standard care.
Question 4 of 5
A newborn's failure to pass meconium within the first 24 hours after birth may indicate which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hirschsprung’s disease (A) causes delayed meconium passage due to absent intestinal motility. Celiac (B) affects absorption later, abdominal defects (C) are structural, and intussusception (D) occurs postnatally. Document: 'Failure to pass meconium… may be an indication of Hirschsprung disease.'
Question 5 of 5
Parents are speaking with the urologist about their son's undescended testicle. The nurse determines the child's father understands the information when he states:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Undescended testicles (A) can impair fertility due to heat exposure; orchiopexy helps but doesn’t guarantee fertility. Descent (B) occurs prenatally, tumor risk (C) reduction is partial, and correction (D) is optimal by 1-2 years, not 5. Document: 'Although orchiopexy improves the condition, the fertility rate… may be reduced.'