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.)

A nurse is admitting an 8-year-old child with pneumonia to the pediatric unit. The parents are anxious, and the child appears withdrawn.What is the nurse’s primary focus when admitting the child?

A 16-year-old male presents to the clinic with sudden onset severe scrotal pain and nausea. Upon physical examination, the nurse observes a high-riding testicle.Which condition should the nurse suspect based on the clinical findings?

A mother asks the nurse for advice on what types of food are appropriate for her 18-month-old child.Which of the following should the nurse recommend for feeding a toddler?

A 3-year-old child is brought to the clinic with complaints of rectal itching, particularly at night. The parent reports that the child has become irritable and is having trouble sleeping. Which condition is the most likely cause of the child’s symptoms?

A 6-year-old boy is receiving post-surgical care after a tonsillectomy. The child is prescribed acetaminophen for pain management.Which pain management strategies should the nurse use for this child? (Select all that apply.)

A mother of a colicky infant asks for advice on how to manage her baby’s crying.Which is the best nursing recommendation for parents of an infant with colic?

A nurse is caring for a 6-year-old child with cognitive impairment who is admitted to the hospital. The nurse wants to promote optimal development during the hospital stay.Which nursing intervention best promotes optimal development for this child during hospitalization?