Test Bank - Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 8e (by Leifer)

Chapter 16: The Infant MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A mother calls the pediatricians office because her infant is colicky. What is the most helpful measure the nurse can suggest to the mother? a. Sing songs to the infant in a soft voice. b. Place the infant in a well-lit room. c. Walk around and massage the infants back. d. Rock the fussy infant slowly and gently. ANS: D One technique the nurse can offer parents of a fussy infant is to rock the infant gently and slowly while being careful to avoid sudden movements. DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: Page 400 OBJ: 7 TOP: Colic KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort 2. When does the posterior fontanelle close? a. 2 to 3 months b. 3 to 6 months c. 6 to 9 months d. 9 to 12 months ANS: A The posterior fontanelle closes between 2 and 3 months of age