INTRODUCTION TO MATERNITY AND PEDIATRIC NURSING

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The nurse is planning to teach a woman about perimenopause. What would the nurse include regarding lowered estrogen level? a. It prevents osteoporosis b. It decreases vaginal lubrication c. It raises the level of low-density lipoproteins d. It raises the level of high-density lipoproteins ANS: C Estrogen increases the amount of high-density lipoproteins that carry cholesterol from body cells to the liver for excretion. With lowered levels of estrogen, low-den...

TEST BANK FOR Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing, 8th Edition by Gloria Leifer - All Chapters ( 1-34 ) Updated 2024

Test Bank Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition BY Gloria Leifer Chapter 11-33

TEST BANK FOR INTRODUCTION TO MATERNITY AND PEDIATRIC NURSING, 8TH EDITION BY GLORIA LEIFER CHAPTER 1-34 COMPLETE GUIDE A+(WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION) A patient chooses to have the certified nurse midwife (CNM) provide care during her pregnancy. What does the CNMs scope of practice include? a. Practice independent from medical supervision b. Comprehensive prenatal care c. Attendance at all deliveries d. Cesarean sections ANS: B The CNM provides comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care, atte...

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A nurse is teaching the parents of a young child with iron deficiency anemia about nutrition. What food would the nurse emphasize as being a rich source of iron? a. An egg white b. Dried fruit c. A banana d. A carrot ANS: B Good nutritional sources of iron include boiled egg yolk, liver, green leafy vegetables, iron-fortified cereal, dried fruits, beans, nuts, and wholegrain breads. DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 643 OBJ: 6 TOP: Iron Defic...

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A nurse observes that the legs of a child with cerebral palsy cross involuntarily, and the child exhibits jerky movements with his arms as he tries to eat. The nurse recognizes that he has which type of cerebral palsy? a. Athetoid b. Ataxic c. Spastic d. Mixed ANS: C Spasticity is characterized by tension in certain muscle groups, which makes voluntary movements of muscles jerky and uncoordinated. DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 514 OBJ: 9 TOP...

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A child receiving chemotherapy gets relief from nausea after having a therapy that involves pressure and massage on meridian sites. What type of therapy does this describe? a. Acupuncture b. Acupressure c. Aromatherapy d. Ayurveda ANS: B Acupressure uses finger pressure and massage on the meridian sites. It can be used to control nausea, backache, and pain. DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: 501 OBJ: 4 TOP: Acupressure KEY: Nursing Process Step...

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What is the best pulse location for a nurse to use when assessing the pulse rate on a 12-month-old infant? a. Brachial b. Apical c. Radial d. Femoral ANS: B Apical pulses are advised for children under age 5 years. DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: 462 OBJ: 10 TOP: Physical Assessment KEY: Nursing Process Step: Data Collection 2. A nurse is preparing to administer medication to a 2-month-old infant and discovers there is no ID bracelet on...

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A nurse is assessing a school-age child. What will the nurse expect regarding physical development of the child? a. Growth of 7 to 10 cm per year b. Gain of 2.5 to 3.2 kg per year c. Increase of head circumference by 2.5 cm per year d. A visual acuity of 20/20 by 9 years of age 1. ANS: B 2. During the school-age period, the average weight gain per year is generally 2.5 to 3.2 kg. 3. DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: 403 OBJ: 3 4. TOP: Physical Growth ...

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A mother calls the pediatric health care provider’s office because her infant is “colicky.” What is the most helpful measure a 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. Hold supporting the abdomen. d. Rock the fussy infant quickly. ANS: C One technique the nurse can offer parents of a fussy infant is to hold using the “colic carry”. Holding the infant face down and close to ...