Chapter 46 Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 2nd Edition

Chapter 46  Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 2nd Edition

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

1.
The nurse is teaching the mother of a toddler about burn prevention. Which response by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
A)
“We will leave fireworks displays to the professionals.”
B)
“I will set our water heater at 130 degrees.”
C)
“All sleepwear should be flame retardant.”
D)
“The handles of pots on the stove should face inward.”

2.
The nurse is providing parental teaching about home care for an 8-year-old boy with widespread sunburn on his back and shoulders. Which of the following responses indicates a need for further teaching?
A)
“Cool compresses may help cool the burn.”
B)
“He should manually peel off any flaking skin.”
C)
“Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen are helpful.”
D)
“He should avoid hot showers or baths for a couple of days.”

3.
The nurse is providing care for a 14-year-old girl with severe acne. The girl expresses sadness and distress about her appearance. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A)
“Are you using your medicine every day?”
B)
“Your condition will most likely improve in a year or two.”
C)
“Many people feel this way; I know someone who can help.”
D)
“If you have any scarring you can undergo dermabrasion.”

4.
The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a 9-month-old baby with a flat, discolored area on the skin. The nurse documents this as which of the following?
A)
Papule
B)
Macule
C)
Vesicle
D)
Scaling

5.
A nurse is caring for a 5-year-old in Buck traction. When conducting a skin examination for signs of pressure ulcers, the nurse pays particular attention to which area?
A)
Sacral area
B)
Hip area
C)
Occiput
D)
Upper arm

6.
A 6-year-old boy has been admitted to the hospital with burns. The nurse notes carbonaceous sputum. Which of the following would be the priority?
A)
Determining the burn depth
B)
Eliciting a description of the burn
C)
Estimating burn extent
D)
Ensuring a patent airway

Answer Key

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