The nurse is caring for a child admitted to a pediatric unit with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The primary health care provider (PCP) prescribes acetaminophen 130 mg every 6 hours as necessary (PRN) for discomfort. The child’s weight is 8 kg. Institutional protocol states that the dose of acetaminophen should be in a range of 10-15mg/kg/dose. Is this a safe dose?

A nurse at a pediatric clinic receives a call from a parent regarding their infant who has developed swelling and redness at the site of a diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis immunization injection site. Which intervention should the nurse suggest to the parent?

A nurse is assessing the neurovascular status of a client that has had a leg cast recently applied. The nurse is unable to palpate the client’s dorsalis pedis or posterior tibial pulse and the client’s foot is pale. Which of the following a priority nursing action?

The nurse is caring for a 6-year-old admitted with sickle cell crisis. The client is recovering and IV fluids has been discontinued. What is the best way the nurse can encourage hydration in this child?

A nurse is caring for a school-age child following the removal of a brain tumor. Colorless drainage is noted on the surgical dressing. Which is the priority action by the nurse?

An adolescent client arrives in the emergency department where the health-care provider diagnoses a dislocated shoulder. Which of the following is an priority action by the nurse?

The pediatric hospice nurse is presenting information to a group of nursing students regarding organ donation. Which statement made by the nursing student indicates a need for further education?

A 9-month-old infant is being examined by a nurse. The infant is being seen for a newly developed red, raised rash on the buttock area. The caregiver reports using a new brand of diapers for the last couple of days. The nurse suspects which of the following?

A nurse is caring for a client with diabetes mellitus who is prescribed rapid acting insulin. After administering the correct dose at 0700, the nurse should ensure the client receives breakfast at which time?

Which finding is expected in a child with suspected retinoblastoma?