#1
Which assessment finding in a pediatric patient is indicative of respiratory distress?
Cyanosis
Flushed cheeks
Warm extremities
Bradycardia
#2
Which vaccine is typically administered to newborns to prevent hepatitis B?
Rotavirus vaccine
DTaP vaccine
Hepatitis B vaccine
Varicella vaccine
#3
What is the recommended position for a newborn during breastfeeding?
Supine position
Prone position
Upright position
Side-lying position
#4
What is the primary purpose of the Apgar score?
To assess the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
To evaluate fetal heart rate during labor
To assess the newborn's transition to extrauterine life
To measure newborn's length and weight
#5
What is the appropriate intervention for a child experiencing a febrile seizure?
Place the child in a cold bath
Administer antipyretics
Restrain the child's movements
Ensure a clear airway and protect the child from injury
#6
Which of the following is a common sign of dehydration in infants and young children?
Increased urination
Sunken fontanelle
Cool extremities
Hypertension
#7
What is the priority nursing intervention for a child experiencing an asthma exacerbation?
Administer a bronchodilator
Administer oxygen therapy
Encourage deep breathing exercises
Initiate intravenous fluid administration
#8
Which assessment finding in a child may indicate meningitis?
Decreased irritability
Nuchal rigidity
Increased appetite
Warm extremities
#9
What is the priority nursing action for a child with anaphylaxis?
Administer epinephrine
Apply a warm compress
Administer an antihistamine
Administer a corticosteroid
#10
Which action is appropriate when performing a heel stick on a newborn for blood glucose monitoring?
Rub the heel vigorously to increase blood flow
Warm the heel before the procedure
Puncture the center of the heel
Clean the site with alcohol after the procedure
#11
Which statement by the parent indicates a need for further teaching about childhood immunizations?
"My child might develop a fever after getting vaccinated."
"My child should receive all the vaccines at once to avoid multiple visits."
"I should report any signs of allergic reactions after vaccination."
"It's okay to skip some vaccines if my child is not in daycare."
#12
What is the appropriate nursing intervention for a toddler with a foreign body aspiration?
Perform chest compressions
Perform a blind finger sweep
Encourage coughing and monitor airway
Administer an emetic to induce vomiting
#13
What is the primary intervention for a newborn with meconium aspiration syndrome?
Administer antibiotics
Suction the airway
Administer surfactant replacement therapy
Initiate chest compressions
#14
What is the priority nursing intervention for a child with suspected epiglottitis?
Administer antipyretics
Administer nebulized bronchodilators
Position the child in a tripod position
Prepare for immediate intubation or tracheostomy
#15
What is the priority nursing action for a child with suspected meningococcal meningitis?
Isolate the child in a negative pressure room
Administer intravenous antibiotics
Monitor vital signs every 4 hours
Offer comfort measures and pain relief
#16
What is the priority nursing intervention for a child with a suspected foreign body aspiration?
Encourage the child to cough forcefully
Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)
Perform a blind finger sweep
Initiate CPR