VATI Nursing Care Of Children Questions
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The parent of a two-year-old child reports feeling frustrated with the fact that her son is
saying no to everything. The nurse should teach the parent that this behavior is a
normal expression of the child's desire to accomplish which of the following? - correct
answer. a. Increase their independence. CorrectCORRECT. The drive for
independence is expressed by the toddler opposing the desires of those in authority
(tantrums) and attempting to do everything for themselves. The Erickson developmental
stage for this age is "Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt."
b. Develop their sense of trust.
c. Finish a project they set out to do.
d. Gratify their oral fixation.
At a well-child visit, the parents report that their toddler occasionally touches and
fondles her genital area. The parents ask the nurse if this behavior is something to be
concerned about. Which of the following is a correct response? - correct answer. a.
Your child is probably imitating behaviors that she has observed
b. Awareness of body structures and sensations is normal and expected
CorrectCORRECT. Genital self-stimulation by the toddler is normal and expected. It is a
new area to explore, similar to exploring the toes at an earlier age, but it has
pleasurable sensations too! It should be ignored unless the behavior becomes
pervasive, and then it should still be ignored and the child should be distracted to come
and do some fun and exciting activity
c. This is a possible infection or irritation in the genital area
d. This is an early emergence of sexual expression that should be discouraged
A nurse is taking the health history of a school-age girl. Which statement by the client's
mother indicates a need for further teaching regarding the client's nutritional status? -
correct answer. a. "She eats a large breakfast every morning."
b. "We increase her protein intake when she's playing sports."
c. "We allow her to pick out a treat at the grocery store for good behavior."
CorrectCORRECT. This statement indicates a need for further teaching. This client's
mother should be educated about the importance of praising the client's abilities and
skills rather than using food as a reward, which may lead to an increased risk for
obesity.
d. "She enjoys helping to prepare her snacks in the kitchen."
, A nurse correctly understands which of the following characteristics is a possible
developmental delay for a 3-month-old client? - correct answer. a. The infant is unable
to point to objects
b. The infant is unable to sit with support
c. The infant demonstrates stranger anxiety
d. The infant does not raise his head when placed on his abdomen CorrectCORRECT.
When placed on the abdomen the 3 month old should attempt to raise his head. Some
sources refer to this as "tummy time" which provides the infant with the stimulation to
strengthen upper body and neck muscles in preparation for good head control when
sitting upright and the some of the muscles required for crawling.
A nurse has administered the first DTaP (diphtheria toxoid, tetanus and pertussis)
immunization to a two-month-old infant. For which of the following symptoms should the
nurse teach the parents to seek immediate medical attention? - correct answer. a. The
baby develops swelling or redness at the injection site
b. The baby is crying inconsolably for more than three hours CorrectCORRECT.
Inconsolable crying lasting more than three hours and/or seizures within 48 hours of
vaccination is a sign of encephalopathy that must be treated immediately.
c. The baby has an axillary temperature of 100.4o F. (38o C)
d. The baby develops a localized or generalized rash
A nurse is educating the parents of an infant about symptoms that should be reported to
the provider. What finding should be immediately reported? - correct answer. a. Mild
diarrhea
b. Abdominal distension
c. Decreased urine output CorrectCORRECT. Decreased urine output indicates
dehydration and should be reported immediately to the provider. Listlessness, sunken
eyes, decreased tears, and dry mucous membranes are other symptoms of dehydration
that should be immediately reported.
d. Difficulty evacuating bowels
A nurse is changing a dressing on a pre-school-aged child who has a healing wound on
a lower extremity. Which of the following nonpharmacologic comfort measures would be
most appropriate for this child? - correct answer. a. Encouraging the child to watch a
favorite cartoon on television. CorrectCORRECT. Cartoons would be a very attractive
distraction, and distraction is a powerful nonpharmacologic comfort intervention which
works well with this developmental age.
b. Promising the child a special treat in exchange for cooperation.
c. Teaching the child how to go 'to a different place' using their imagination.
d. Assisting the child to take deep breaths and focus on relaxing.
A nurse is planning community education focusing on the principles of first aid. Which of
the following strategies is likely to be most effective with adolescent learners? - correct
answer. a. Divide the planned program into several sessions over several weeks.
b. Actively involve the participants in practice of techniques. CorrectAdolescent learners
will learn best when actively involved in participation and use of psychomotor skills.
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The parent of a two-year-old child reports feeling frustrated with the fact that her son is
saying no to everything. The nurse should teach the parent that this behavior is a
normal expression of the child's desire to accomplish which of the following? - correct
answer. a. Increase their independence. CorrectCORRECT. The drive for
independence is expressed by the toddler opposing the desires of those in authority
(tantrums) and attempting to do everything for themselves. The Erickson developmental
stage for this age is "Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt."
b. Develop their sense of trust.
c. Finish a project they set out to do.
d. Gratify their oral fixation.
At a well-child visit, the parents report that their toddler occasionally touches and
fondles her genital area. The parents ask the nurse if this behavior is something to be
concerned about. Which of the following is a correct response? - correct answer. a.
Your child is probably imitating behaviors that she has observed
b. Awareness of body structures and sensations is normal and expected
CorrectCORRECT. Genital self-stimulation by the toddler is normal and expected. It is a
new area to explore, similar to exploring the toes at an earlier age, but it has
pleasurable sensations too! It should be ignored unless the behavior becomes
pervasive, and then it should still be ignored and the child should be distracted to come
and do some fun and exciting activity
c. This is a possible infection or irritation in the genital area
d. This is an early emergence of sexual expression that should be discouraged
A nurse is taking the health history of a school-age girl. Which statement by the client's
mother indicates a need for further teaching regarding the client's nutritional status? -
correct answer. a. "She eats a large breakfast every morning."
b. "We increase her protein intake when she's playing sports."
c. "We allow her to pick out a treat at the grocery store for good behavior."
CorrectCORRECT. This statement indicates a need for further teaching. This client's
mother should be educated about the importance of praising the client's abilities and
skills rather than using food as a reward, which may lead to an increased risk for
obesity.
d. "She enjoys helping to prepare her snacks in the kitchen."
, A nurse correctly understands which of the following characteristics is a possible
developmental delay for a 3-month-old client? - correct answer. a. The infant is unable
to point to objects
b. The infant is unable to sit with support
c. The infant demonstrates stranger anxiety
d. The infant does not raise his head when placed on his abdomen CorrectCORRECT.
When placed on the abdomen the 3 month old should attempt to raise his head. Some
sources refer to this as "tummy time" which provides the infant with the stimulation to
strengthen upper body and neck muscles in preparation for good head control when
sitting upright and the some of the muscles required for crawling.
A nurse has administered the first DTaP (diphtheria toxoid, tetanus and pertussis)
immunization to a two-month-old infant. For which of the following symptoms should the
nurse teach the parents to seek immediate medical attention? - correct answer. a. The
baby develops swelling or redness at the injection site
b. The baby is crying inconsolably for more than three hours CorrectCORRECT.
Inconsolable crying lasting more than three hours and/or seizures within 48 hours of
vaccination is a sign of encephalopathy that must be treated immediately.
c. The baby has an axillary temperature of 100.4o F. (38o C)
d. The baby develops a localized or generalized rash
A nurse is educating the parents of an infant about symptoms that should be reported to
the provider. What finding should be immediately reported? - correct answer. a. Mild
diarrhea
b. Abdominal distension
c. Decreased urine output CorrectCORRECT. Decreased urine output indicates
dehydration and should be reported immediately to the provider. Listlessness, sunken
eyes, decreased tears, and dry mucous membranes are other symptoms of dehydration
that should be immediately reported.
d. Difficulty evacuating bowels
A nurse is changing a dressing on a pre-school-aged child who has a healing wound on
a lower extremity. Which of the following nonpharmacologic comfort measures would be
most appropriate for this child? - correct answer. a. Encouraging the child to watch a
favorite cartoon on television. CorrectCORRECT. Cartoons would be a very attractive
distraction, and distraction is a powerful nonpharmacologic comfort intervention which
works well with this developmental age.
b. Promising the child a special treat in exchange for cooperation.
c. Teaching the child how to go 'to a different place' using their imagination.
d. Assisting the child to take deep breaths and focus on relaxing.
A nurse is planning community education focusing on the principles of first aid. Which of
the following strategies is likely to be most effective with adolescent learners? - correct
answer. a. Divide the planned program into several sessions over several weeks.
b. Actively involve the participants in practice of techniques. CorrectAdolescent learners
will learn best when actively involved in participation and use of psychomotor skills.
