Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Pediatric Nursing (16-20)

16. Which of the following assessment findings is normal in a 6-month old infant?

a) is able to hold his bottle
b) is able to sit unsupported
c) is able to use a spoon
d) is able to creep

17. After receiving endorsement, which of the following clients should the nurse see first?

a) a 2-day old infant, lying quietly, is alert, with a heart rate of 135 bpm
b) a day-old infant, who is crying, with anterior fontanel bulging
c) a 12-hour old infant held by the mother with respiration of 45 cpm
d) a 3-hour old infant, whose temperature is 36.7 C, with irregular abdominal breathing; respiratory rate of 50 cpm

18. Which of the following statements when made by the father of a 2-month old infant indicates that he understands the normal growth and development of the child?

a) I expect my baby to hold his bottle
b) I expect my baby to smile back at me
c) I expect my baby to have complete head control
d) I expect my baby to roll over

19. Which of the following toys is most appropriate for a 2 1/2-year old child?

a) squeeze toys
b) stacking blocks
c) colored mobiles
d) video games

20. Which of the following findings is expected in a 6-month old infant?

a) turns from side to back
b) turns from back to side
c) turns from side to stomach
d) turns from side to side



ANSWERS AND RATIONALE

16) A
- a six-month old infant is able to hold his bottle
Choice B - describes an 8-month old
Choice C - describes a 10-12 month old
Choice D - describes a 9-month old

17) B
- the infant with bulging fontanel is experiencing increased intracranial pressure. Choices A, C, and D indicate stable conditions.

18) B
- a two month old infant is capable of "social smile".

19) B
- stacking blocks are appropriate for a toddler. Squeeze toys and colored mobiles are appropriate for an infant. Video games are appropriate for a school age child.

20) D
- a 6-month old infant can completely roll over (side to side). a 2-month old can turn from side to back. A 4-month old can turn from back to side.


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