A one-month-old female infant, who has developmental dysplasia of the hip, is placed in a hip spica cast. The infant's mother expresses the desire to continue breast-feeding. The pediatric nurse's best response is:

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A one-month-old female infant, who has developmental dysplasia of the hip, is placed in a hip spica cast. The infant's mother expresses the desire to continue breast-feeding. The pediatric nurse's best response is:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The ‘football hold’ (Option D) accommodates the hip spica cast, supporting the infant under the arm with legs extended back, enabling breastfeeding. Option A’s upright position is impractical. Option B discourages breastfeeding unnecessarily. Option C introduces formula without need.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following is a sign of neonatal abstinence syndrome?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) from opioid withdrawal causes hyperactive signs like sneezing, tremors, and irritability. Lethargy (A) and hyporeflexia (C) suggest sedation. Constipation (D) is unrelated.

Question 3 of 5

When teaching parents about the child’s readiness for toilet training, which of the following signs should the nurse instruct them to watch for in the toddler?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Verbalizing bathroom desire indicates cognitive/physical readiness (18–36 months). Dryness (A) is an outcome. Sitting/walking (B) are earlier milestones. A sibling (C) is irrelevant.

Question 4 of 5

Nursing care of child with typhoid fever should be include all the following EXCEPT:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Typhoid fever (Salmonella typhi) requires bed rest (A), monitoring for complications like intestinal bleeding (B), and hygiene (D). High roughage diets (C) are contraindicated due to perforation risk; a low-residue diet is preferred.

Question 5 of 5

Substitutive milk is used when milk supply by breast is inadequate.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Substitutive milk (formula) supplements or replaces breast milk when supply is inadequate, making Option A true.

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