The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child hospitalized with an arm fracture. Based on the child’s history, physical abuse is suspected. The child is very quiet and withdrawn. Which statement would be most therapeutic for the nurse to tell the child at this time?

The nurse is giving report to the next shift’s oncoming nurse about a 4-year-old patient admitted with nephrotic syndrome. Which nursing action is most likely to promote continuity of care?

The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child hospitalized with an arm fracture. Based on the child’s history, physical abuse is suspected. The child is very quiet and withdrawn. Which statement would be most therapeutic for the nurse to tell the child at this time?

A 3-month-old infant presents to the emergency department with periods of irritability during which the knees are brought to the chest and the infant cries inconsolably. These episodes are alternating with periods of lethargy. The child’s vital signs are: T 101.8°F (38.7°C) axillary, HR 181, BP 68/38. The infant has a tight, rigid abdomen. What is the priority action for the nurse?

The nurse is giving report to the next shift’s oncoming nurse about a 4-year-old patient admitted with nephrotic syndrome. Which nursing action is most likely to promote continuity of care?

The nurse is caring for a newborn who has just been diagnosed with tracheoesophageal fistula and is scheduled for surgery. Which nursing action should take highest priority at this time?

The nurse is caring for a 12-year-old boy diagnosed with medulloblastoma. Following surgery, fhe prognosis is poor, and the child is undergoing end-of-life care at home with his family. Which safety precaution should the nurse consider when caring for this patient?

The nurse is caring for a newborn who has just been diagnosed with tracheoesophageal fistula and is scheduled for surgery. Which nursing action should take highest priority at this time?

Which statement is true regarding atrial septal defect (ASD)?

A child with congestive heart failure is placed on a maintenance dose of digoxin (Lanoxin) elixir. The dose is 70 micrograms/kg/day, and the child’s weight is 13.2 pounds. The medication is to be given two times a day. How much digoxin (Lanoxin) should the child receive for the morning dose? (Round to tenths if needed, do NOT label units) ___ micrograms