Which of the following organisms is the most common cause of urinary tract infection (UTI) in children? A. Klebsiella B. Staphylococcus C. Escherichia coli D. Pseudomonas Correct Answer: C. Escherichia coli E. coli is the most common organism associated with the development of UTI. Escherichia coli is the most… Read More »
Baby Ellie is diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux (GER). Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be inappropriate? A. Risk for aspiration B. Impaired oral mucous membrane C. Deficient fluid volume D. Imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements Correct Answer: B. Impaired oral mucous membrane GER is the… Read More »
The nurse is assessing a 9-month-old boy for a well-baby check-up. Which of the following observations would be of most concern? A. The baby cannot say “mama” when he wants his mother. B. The mother has not given him finger foods. C. The child does not sit unsupported. D. The baby cries whenever… Read More »
Which of the following should be included when developing a teaching plan to prevent urinary tract infection? Select all that apply. A. Maintaining adequate fluid intake B. Avoiding urination before and after intercourse C. Emptying bladder with urination D. Wearing underwear made of synthetic material such as nylon E. Keeping urine… Read More »
Spina bifida is one of the possible neural tube defects that can occur during early embryological development. Which of the following definitions most accurately describes meningocele? A. Complete exposure of spinal cord and meninges B. Herniation of the spinal cord and meninges into a sac C. Sac formation containing meninges and spinal fluid … Read More »
Nurse Joyce is assessing a child’s cultural background, she should keep in mind that: A. Cultural background usually has little bearing on a family’s health practices B. Physical characteristics mark the child as part of a particular culture C. Heritage dictates a group’s shared values D. Behavioral patterns are passed from… Read More »
Buck’s traction with a 10 lb. weight is securing a patient’s leg while she is waiting for surgery to repair a hip fracture. It is important to check circulation-sensation-movement: A. Every shift B. Every day C. Every 4 hours D. Every 15 minutes Correct Answer: C. Every… Read More »
Nurse Jeremy is evaluating a client’s fluid intake and output record. Fluid intake and urine output should relate in which way? A. Fluid intake should double the urine output. B. Fluid intake should be approximately equal to the urine output. C. Fluid intake should be half the urine output. D. Fluid… Read More »
Benjamin was rushed to the emergency department with possible increased intracranial pressure (ICP); which of the following is an early clinical manifestation of increased ICP in older children? A. Macewen’s sign B. Setting sun sign C. Papilledema D. Diplopia Correct Answer: D. Diplopia Diplopia is an early… Read More »
Nurse Kathy is aware that the most common assessment finding in a child with ulcerative colitis is: A. Intense abdominal cramps B. Profuse diarrhea C. Anal fissures D. Abdominal distention Correct Answer: B. Profuse diarrhea Ulcerative colitis causes profuse diarrhea. The most common assessment finding in a child with… Read More »