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RN Nursing Care of Children Online Practice 2019 A Questions

Question 1 of 5

When caring for a child with an intravenous (IV) infusion, what is an appropriate nursing action?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Frequent monitoring of the IV site for signs of infiltration is crucial to prevent tissue damage, especially in pediatric patients. Changing the site every 24 hours is unnecessary unless complications arise, and using a macrodropper is not specific to pediatric care.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is preparing to give acetaminophen (Tylenol) to a child who has a fever. What nursing action is appropriate?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Ensuring the dose does not exceed 15 mg/kg is critical to avoid overdose and potential liver damage. Retaking the temperature immediately or using cold compresses is not necessary, and placing a warm blanket could exacerbate the fever.

Question 3 of 5

A school-age child with cancer is being prepared for a procedure. The child says, "I have had one of these before. They hurt." The nurse bases her response on what knowledge related to pain in this patient?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. Pain is frequently reported by children with cancer, with around 84% experiencing it. Most children report moderate to severe pain, with about half finding it highly distressing. There is no evidence to suggest that children often misrepresent their pain experiences. Pain tolerance is not solely based on age but is a complex phenomenon. Children do not become accustomed to painful procedures, as each experience of pain is unique.

Question 4 of 5

An infant is brought to the emergency department with the following clinical manifestations: poor skin turgor, weight loss, lethargy, tachycardia, and tachypnea. This is suggestive of which situation?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: These symptoms are indicative of dehydration or water depletion, which is common in infants and can rapidly lead to severe consequences if not addressed promptly.

Question 5 of 5

When caring for a child with an intravenous (IV) infusion, what is an appropriate nursing action?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Frequent monitoring of the IV site for signs of infiltration is crucial to prevent tissue damage, especially in pediatric patients. Changing the site every 24 hours is unnecessary unless complications arise, and using a macrodropper is not specific to pediatric care.

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