#1
Which method is commonly used for pediatric medication administration?
Intramuscular injection
Subcutaneous injection
Oral administration
Intravenous injection
#2
What is the role of a pediatric nurse in medication reconciliation?
Administering medications only
Prescribing medications
Ensuring accurate medication history
Monitoring medication side effects
#3
Why is it important to consider a child's developmental stage when administering medication?
To comply with legal regulations
To tailor the approach to the child's understanding
To minimize medication costs
To promote medication advertising
#4
In pediatric medication administration, what is the primary purpose of a safety check before drug administration?
Ensuring the medication is expired
Preventing allergic reactions
Verifying the child's identity
Checking for proper storage conditions
#5
Why is it important to educate parents about pediatric medication administration at home?
To reduce healthcare costs
To increase parental involvement
To promote self-medication in children
To minimize the need for healthcare professionals
#6
What is the recommended site for intramuscular injection in infants?
Deltoid muscle
Vastus lateralis muscle
Gluteal muscle
Biceps brachii muscle
#7
Which factor is crucial to consider when calculating pediatric medication dosages?
Body weight
Blood pressure
Heart rate
Respiratory rate
#8
When administering medications to neonates, what consideration is important due to their immature hepatic function?
Higher doses are required
Lower doses are required
Frequent monitoring is unnecessary
Medications are not recommended
#9
Which of the following is a potential risk associated with intravenous medication administration in pediatric patients?
Delayed onset of action
Increased risk of infection
Decreased bioavailability
Rapid drug infusion
#10
What is the recommended method for administering ear drops in pediatric patients?
Pulling the earlobe downward and backward
Pulling the earlobe upward and forward
Directly pouring drops into the ear canal
Inserting a cotton swab into the ear canal
#11
What is the purpose of using a pediatric spacer device during inhaler medication administration?
To increase drug potency
To decrease drug absorption
To enhance drug delivery to the lungs
To reduce side effects
#12
In pediatric patients, what is the primary consideration when choosing an appropriate dosage form for medication?
Patient's preference
Cost-effectiveness
Taste and palatability
Availability of the medication
#13
What is the primary purpose of the Beers Criteria in pediatric medication management?
To guide antibiotic selection
To prevent medication errors
To assess developmental milestones
To promote vaccination schedules
#14
What is the primary consideration when calculating medication dosages for premature infants?
Chronological age
Adjusted body weight
Gestational age
Parental preferences
#15
What is the purpose of a pediatric medication dosage calculation formula?
To estimate the cost of medication
To determine the shelf life of medication
To calculate the correct dose based on the child's weight
To assess the medication's potential side effects