A nurse is providing care to a family from a different cultural background and makes an effort to understand their unique health beliefs and practices.Which of the following best describes cultural competence?

A toddler has been admitted to the hospital for a viral infection. The child is crying and clinging to the mother as she prepares to leave.Which interventions can the nurse implement to minimize the child’s separation anxiety? (Select all that apply)

Which clinical changes occur as a result of septic shock?

The nurse is teaching parents of a child with chronic renal failure (CRF) about the use of recombinant human erythropoietin (rHuEPO) subcutaneous injections. Which statement indicates the parents have understood the teaching?

A 12-year-old child is placed in Buck’s traction to manage a femur fracture. The nurse needs to educate the parents about the purpose and function of this type of traction.What is the primary function of Buck’s traction in managing a femur fracture?

A nurse is teaching parents of a 10-month-old about infant nutrition.Which food should the nurse advise the parents to avoid until the infant is 12 months old?

A child has been outside for a period of time and is complaining of itching. The nurse notices erythematous papules, and identifies chiggers. Which intervention would not be effective with this child?

A school nurse is screening children for scoliosis. Which assessment findings should the nurse expect to observe for scoliosis? (Select all that apply.)

A 6-year-old child is in the clinic for a routine checkup. The nurse notes that the child’s growth has slowed compared to when the child was an infant. The child’s parents ask if this is normal and if there are any significant changes in the child’s internal organs.Which alteration in the major body systems typically occurs during the growth and development of a school-age child?

A nurse is providing guidance to the parents of a 5-year-old who is starting kindergarten. The parents express concerns about their child’s ability to understand social rules and behave appropriately with other children.Which aspects of development are closely related to the child’s ability to understand and follow social rules? (Select all that apply.)