Chapter 26 Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 2nd Edition

Chapter 26  Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 2nd Edition

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

1.
The nurse is performing a physical assessment of a 3-year-old girl. Which of the following would be a concern for the nurse?
A)
The toddler gained 4 pounds in weight since last year.
B)
The toddler gained 3 inches in height since last year.
C)
The toddler’s anterior fontanel is not fully closed.
D)
The circumference of the child’s head increased 1 inch since last year.

2.
The nurse is describing the maturation of various organ systems during toddlerhood to the parents. Which would the nurse correctly include in this description?
A)
Myelinization of the brain and spinal cord is complete at about 24 months.
B)
Alveoli reach adult numbers by 3 years of age.
C)
Urine output in a toddler typically averages approximately 30 mL/hour.
D)
Toddlers typically have strong abdominal muscles by the age of 2.

3.
The nurse is teaching the parents of a 2-year-old toddler methods of dealing with their child’s “negativism.” Based on Erokson’s theory of development, which of the following would be an appropriate intervention for this child?
A)
Discourage solitary play; encourage playing with other children.
B)
Encourage the child to pick out his own clothes.
C)
Use “time-outs” whenever the child says “no” inappropriately.
D)
Encourage the child to take turns when playing games.

4.
The nurse is caring for a toddler who is in Piaget’s sensorimotor stage of cognitive development. Which of the following tasks would the nurse expect the toddler to be able to perform?
A)
Completing puzzles with four pieces
B)
Winding up a mechanical toy
C)
Playing make-believe with dolls
D)
Knowing which are his or her toys

5.
The nurse is observing a 24-month-old boy in a day care center. Which finding suggests delayed motor development?
A)
The child has trouble undressing himself.
B)
The child is unable to push a toy lawnmower.
C)
The child is unable to unscrew a jar lid.
D)
The child falls when he bends over.

6.
Which of the following would the nurse expect to find in an 18-month-old?
A)
Standing on tiptoes
B)
Pedaling a tricycle
C)
Climbing stairs with assistance
D)
Carrying a large toy while walking

Answer Key

1.
C
2.
A
3.
B
4.
D
5.
B
6.
C