Exam 39: Pediatric Variations of Nursing Interventions

A 6-year-old child is hospitalized for intravenous (IV)antibiotic therapy.He eats little on his "regular diet" trays.He tells the nurse that all he wants to eat is pizza,tacos,and ice cream.Which is the best nursing action?

What nursing consideration is related to the administration of oxygen (O₂)in an infant?

The nurse wore gloves during a dressing change.When the gloves are removed,the nurse should perform which initial action?

The nurse is caring.What skin care interventions for an unconscious child should be included in the plan of care?

When liquid medication is given to a crying 10-month-old infant,which approach minimizes the possibility of aspiration?

The nurse is preparing for the admission of an infant who will have several procedures performed.In which situation is informed consent required? (Select all that apply.)

What is an appropriate intervention to encourage food and fluid intake in a hospitalized child?

What is the most appropriate statement for the nurse to make to a 5-year-old child who is undergoing a venipuncture?

In preparing to give "enemas until clear" to a young child,the nurse should select which solution?

The nurse administering a bitter oral medication to an infant or small child should mix the medication with what substance?

The nurse gives an injection in a patient's room.Which method should the nurse use to dispose of the needle?

Which is the preferred site for intramuscular injections in infants?

What should the nurse consider when having consent forms signed for surgery and procedures on children?

Using knowledge of child development,what is the best approach when preparing a toddler for a procedure?

What intervention should the nurse implement when suctioning a child with a tracheostomy?

When teaching a mother how to administer eyedrops,where should the nurse instruct to place them?

A child with congestive heart failure is placed on a maintenance dosage of digoxin.The dosage is 0.07 mg/kg/day,and the child's weight is 7.2 kg.The physician prescribes the digoxin to be given once a day by mouth.Each dose will be _____ mg.Record your answer using one decimal place.

It is important to make certain that sensory connectors and oximeters are compatible since wiring that is incompatible increases the risk of which injury?

Guidelines for intramuscular administration of medication in school-age children include what instruction?

What intervention is appropriate when administering tepid water or sponge baths prescribed for hyperthermia in children?