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Pediatric Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
An adult is receiving NSAID. Which of the following would the nurse include in the teaching about this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking NSAIDs with meals or a snack can help reduce the risk of stomach irritation and ulcers that are commonly associated with these medications. Food can help protect the stomach lining from the irritating effects of NSAIDs. It is important for the adult to follow this instruction to minimize any potential gastrointestinal side effects. Taking NSAIDs with meals also helps with the absorption of the medication into the bloodstream, ensuring its effectiveness.
Question 2 of 5
A 6-month-old infant is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin). The nurse should notify the practitioner and withhold the medication if the apical pulse is less than _______ beats/min.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Digoxin is a medication commonly used to treat infants with heart conditions. One of the primary concerns with digoxin therapy is the risk of toxicity, which can lead to serious cardiac arrhythmias. Bradycardia, or a heart rate less than 60 beats per minute, is a common sign of digoxin toxicity. Therefore, if a 6-month-old infant receiving digoxin has an apical pulse rate of less than 60 beats/min, the nurse should notify the practitioner and withhold the medication to prevent further complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is admitting a preterm newborn to the NICU. Which interventions should the nurse implement to prevent retinopathy? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decrease exposure to bright, direct lighting: Preterm newborns are at risk for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) which can be exacerbated by exposure to bright light. By decreasing exposure to bright, direct lighting, the nurse can help prevent progression of ROP.
Question 4 of 5
In infants, inferences about vision may be made by physical examination of the eye and assessment of
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Personal-social skills can provide clues about vision development.
Question 5 of 5
Children exposed to second-hand tobacco smoke have increased frequency of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Second-hand smoke exposure increases the risk of middle ear effusions, leading to recurrent ear infections and potential hearing loss.