The nurse is caring for the mother of a newborn. The nurse recognizes that the mother needs more teaching regarding cord care because she A. Keeps the cord exposed to the air B. Washes her hands before sponge bathing her baby C. Washes the cord and surrounding area well with water at… Read More »
Which age group has the greatest potential to demonstrate regression when they are sick? A. Infant B. Toddler C. Adolescent D. Young Adult Correct Answer: B. Toddler Regression is most seen among toddlers and it can be caused by stressful situations such as hospitalization, the arrival of… Read More »
The nurse is planning care for an 18 month-old child. Which of the following should be included in the child’s care? A. Hold and cuddle the child often B. Encourage the child to feed himself finger food C. Allow the child to walk independently on the nursing unit D. Engage the… Read More »
The mother of a three (3)-year-old is concerned because her child still is insisting on a bottle at nap time and bedtime. Which of the following is the most appropriate suggestion to the mother? A. Do not allow the child to have the bottle B. Allow the bottle during naps but not at bedtime … Read More »
The nurse in an infertility clinic is discussing the treatment routine. The nurse advises the couple that the major stressor for couples being treated for infertility is usually A. Having to tell their families B. The cost of the interventions C. The inconvenience of multiple tests D. The right scheduling of… Read More »
A nurse is evaluating the developmental level of a two (2)-year-old. Which of the following does the nurse expect to observe in this child? A. Uses a fork to eat B. Uses a cup to drink C. Uses a knife for cutting food D. Pours own milk into a cup … Read More »
The nurse is assessing a four-month-old infant. The nurse would anticipate finding that the infant would be able to A. Hold a rattle B. Bang two blocks C. Move the small toy from one hand to another D. Wave “bye-bye” Correct Answer: A. Hold a rattle The… Read More »
The nurse is providing an educational session to new employees, and the topic is abuse to the older client. The nurse tells the employees that which client is most characteristic of a victim of abuse A. A 90-year-old woman with advanced Parkinson’s disease B. A 68-year-old man with newly diagnosed cataracts C. A 70-year-old… Read More »
The nurse is evaluating a new mother feeding her newborn. Which observation indicates the mother understands proper feeding methods for her newborn? A. Holding the bottle so the nipple is always filled with formula B. Allowing her seven-pound baby to sleep after taking 1 ½ ounce from the bottle C. Burping the… Read More »
The home care nurse is visiting an older female client whose husband died six (6) months ago. Which behavior, by the client, indicates ineffective coping? A. Visiting her husband’s grave once a month B. Participating in a senior citizens program C. Looking at old snapshots of her family D. Neglecting her… Read More »