In addition to fluoride varnish, what additional interventio…

In addition to fluoride varnish, what additional intervention can be considered in those children at high risk for tooth decay? Encourage use of whitening toothpaste Fluoride supplement regardless of fluoride level in local water Apply topical iodine prior to application of fluoride varnish Prescribe low dose prophylaxis antibiotics

You are conducting a classroom observation as part of your a…

You are conducting a classroom observation as part of your assessment for Kristen, a five-year-old child who is non-speaking. You note that Kristen uses a core board to indicate her choices during snack time. This is an example of Kristen using aided communication.

A child presents with an intermittent fever for the past 3 w…

A child presents with an intermittent fever for the past 3 weeks. The physical exam is otherwise unremarkable. What anticipatory guidance should be nurse practitioner offer this family? Many cases of fever of unknown origins are common diagnoses with uncommon presentations. Infectious disease referral is necessary. A bone marrow biopsy is indicated for persistent fever. Most prolonged fevers are caused from underlying immunocompromised disorders.

The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is examining a…

The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is examining a 15-year-old female who is curious if she will continue to grow taller. What is the best response by the nurse practitioner? Growth for females continues to occur until 18 years of age. Linear growth is usually complete by age 15. Growth trajectory is largely dependent on parental height. Growth may continue to occur based on physical activity and consumption of healthy foods.

Which of the following infants or children should NOT receiv…

Which of the following infants or children should NOT receive a live virus vaccine? 12-month-old who is still breastfeeding 4-year-old with a 100.4 degree temperature 12-year-old who had a stem cell transplant 4 years ago and is now immunocompetent 14-year-old with HIV