PEDS FINAL - C Pediatrics Final (99/100 Questions)

1. A nurse is teaching a parent of a child with hemophilia how to control a minor bleeding episode. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?  “I will have my child rest.”  “I will compress the site.”  “I will apply heat.”  “I will elevate the affected part.” 2. A nurse in an emergency department is caring for an infant who has a 2-day history of vomiting and an elevated temperature. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as the most reliable indicator of fluid loss?  Body weight  Skin integrity  Blood pressure  Respiratory rate 3. Which of the following children should the nurse identify as a potential action of abuse?  A child who has frequent visitors  A child who uses the call light frequently  A child who has a BMI indicating obesity  A child whose parents answer questions for the child 4. A nurse is teaching the mother of a child who has cystic fibrosis and has a prescription for pancreatic enzymes three times per day. Which of the following statements indicates that the mother understands the teaching?  “My child will take the enzymes to improve her metabolism.”  “My child will take the enzymes 2 hours before meals.”  “My child will take the enzymes following meals.”  “My child will take the enzymes to help digest the fat in foods.”