Question 1 of 5

When planning the discharge of a child who had surgery for a congenital heart defect, what is an important aspect of the discharge teaching?

A. Teaching the parents about signs of infection B. Providing instructions on wound care C. Scheduling follow-up appointments D. Explaining the use of prescribed medications

Question 2 of 5

A 2-year-old child is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of Kawasaki disease. What is the primary goal of therapy during the acute phase?

A. Preventing coronary artery aneurysms B. Reducing fever C. Improving cardiac function D. Preventing dehydration

Question 3 of 5

An infant who has had diarrhea for 3 days is admitted in a lethargic state and is breathing rapidly. The parent states that the baby has been ingesting formula, although not as much as usual, and cannot understand the sudden change. What explanation should the nurse give the parent?

A. Cellular metabolism is unstable in young children. B. The proportion of water in the body is less than in adults. C. Renal function is immature in children until they reach school age. D. The extracellular fluid requirement per unit of body weight is greater than in adults.

Question 4 of 5

What is an early sign of congestive heart failure that the nurse should recognize?

A. Tachypnea B. Bradycardia C. Inability to sweat D. Increased urinary output

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for an infant with osteogenesis imperfecta and is providing instruction on how to reduce the risk of injury. Which response from the mother indicates a need for further teaching?

A. I need to avoid pushing or pulling on an arm or leg. B. I must avoid lifting the baby from under the armpits. C. I should not bend an arm or leg into an awkward position. D. We must avoid lifting the legs by the ankles to change diapers.

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