NR 328 Week 1: Introduction to Pediatric Nursing 2026 Chamberlain
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1. Who is traditionally considered the ‘Father of Pediatrics’ due to his
contributions to children’s health in the United States?
A. Florence Nightingale
B. Lillian Wald
C. Abraham Jacobi
D. Benjamin Spock
Answer: C
Rationale: Abraham Jacobi is known as the Father of Pediatrics because he initiated the
first pediatric clinic and advocated for children’s specialized medical care.
2. Which philosophy of care recognizes the family as the constant in a child’s
life?
A. Provider-focused care
B. Family-centered care
C. Atraumatic care
D. Evidence-based practice
Answer: B
Rationale: Family-centered care recognizes that the family is the primary source of
strength and support for the child.
,3. What is the leading cause of death in children over the age of 1 year?
A. Congenital anomalies
B. Unintentional injuries
C. Cancer
D. Heart disease
Answer: B
Rationale: Accidents and unintentional injuries, such as motor vehicle accidents and
drownings, are the leading cause of mortality in children older than one.
4. The neonatal period is defined as which of the following time frames?
A. Birth to 28 days
B. Birth to 6 months
C. 1 month to 1 year
D. Conception to birth
Answer: A
Rationale: The neonatal period covers the first 28 days of life, during which infants are at
high risk for congenital and birth-related complications.
5. Which parenting style is characterized by high control and low warmth, often
using physical punishment?
A. Authoritative
B. Authoritarian
C. Permissive
D. Indifferent
Answer: B
Rationale: Authoritarian parents enforce strict rules and expect obedience without
explanation, often showing little affection.
, 6. What is the goal of ‘Atraumatic Care’ in pediatrics?
A. To treat the child as quickly as possible
B. To ensure parents do not enter the treatment room
C. To minimize physical and psychological distress for children and families
D. To use only homeopathic remedies
Answer: C
Rationale: Atraumatic care focuses on preventing or minimizing psychological and
physical stress during healthcare encounters.
7. A nurse is teaching a parent about the cephalocaudal pattern of
development. Which statement by the parent indicates understanding?
A. My baby will crawl before they sit.
B. My baby will gain head control before they can sit up.
C. My baby will use their fingers before their arms.
D. Development starts from the outside and moves in.
Answer: B
Rationale: Cephalocaudal development proceeds from the head (cephalo) downward to
the tail (caudal).
8. The term ‘morbidity’ in pediatrics refers to:
A. The number of deaths in a population
B. The average lifespan of a child
C. The rate of hospital discharge
D. The prevalence of a specific illness or condition
Answer: D
Rationale: Morbidity refers to the incidence or prevalence of disease or illness within a
specific population.
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1. Who is traditionally considered the ‘Father of Pediatrics’ due to his
contributions to children’s health in the United States?
A. Florence Nightingale
B. Lillian Wald
C. Abraham Jacobi
D. Benjamin Spock
Answer: C
Rationale: Abraham Jacobi is known as the Father of Pediatrics because he initiated the
first pediatric clinic and advocated for children’s specialized medical care.
2. Which philosophy of care recognizes the family as the constant in a child’s
life?
A. Provider-focused care
B. Family-centered care
C. Atraumatic care
D. Evidence-based practice
Answer: B
Rationale: Family-centered care recognizes that the family is the primary source of
strength and support for the child.
,3. What is the leading cause of death in children over the age of 1 year?
A. Congenital anomalies
B. Unintentional injuries
C. Cancer
D. Heart disease
Answer: B
Rationale: Accidents and unintentional injuries, such as motor vehicle accidents and
drownings, are the leading cause of mortality in children older than one.
4. The neonatal period is defined as which of the following time frames?
A. Birth to 28 days
B. Birth to 6 months
C. 1 month to 1 year
D. Conception to birth
Answer: A
Rationale: The neonatal period covers the first 28 days of life, during which infants are at
high risk for congenital and birth-related complications.
5. Which parenting style is characterized by high control and low warmth, often
using physical punishment?
A. Authoritative
B. Authoritarian
C. Permissive
D. Indifferent
Answer: B
Rationale: Authoritarian parents enforce strict rules and expect obedience without
explanation, often showing little affection.
, 6. What is the goal of ‘Atraumatic Care’ in pediatrics?
A. To treat the child as quickly as possible
B. To ensure parents do not enter the treatment room
C. To minimize physical and psychological distress for children and families
D. To use only homeopathic remedies
Answer: C
Rationale: Atraumatic care focuses on preventing or minimizing psychological and
physical stress during healthcare encounters.
7. A nurse is teaching a parent about the cephalocaudal pattern of
development. Which statement by the parent indicates understanding?
A. My baby will crawl before they sit.
B. My baby will gain head control before they can sit up.
C. My baby will use their fingers before their arms.
D. Development starts from the outside and moves in.
Answer: B
Rationale: Cephalocaudal development proceeds from the head (cephalo) downward to
the tail (caudal).
8. The term ‘morbidity’ in pediatrics refers to:
A. The number of deaths in a population
B. The average lifespan of a child
C. The rate of hospital discharge
D. The prevalence of a specific illness or condition
Answer: D
Rationale: Morbidity refers to the incidence or prevalence of disease or illness within a
specific population.
