The nurse is caring for a pediatric client who requires vitamins, minerals, lipids and amino acids through the circulatory system instead of the gastrointestinal tract. Which type of intravenous therapy is anticipated for long-term therapy?

The parents and their child with a chronic illness have been seen by the nurse in the pediatrician’s office since birth. Which situation is appropriate for instruction by the nurse?

A group of pediatric nurses is discussing the diagnosis of Munchausen syndrome by proxy. Which statement most accurately describes this disorder?

Which of the following are valid symbolic file/ directory permission modes? (Select all correct answers.)

The nurse caring for chronically ill Jared notices that the relationship between his parents is quite strained. His father has been doing everything for him, while his mother has been expecting him to have the same capabilities as his healthy twin. Which statement would accurately describe this situation?

The nurse is preparing an intravenous solution of D5 ¼ NS @ 20 ml/hour for a 6-month-old client. Which safety device will be added to protect against fluid overload?

The nurse is assigned to care for a child diagnosed with a chronic illness. The child has just been admitted but has been on the unit many times before. From the report the admitting nurse gives, the child is sicker than the last time she was admitted. In planning the child’s care, the nurse notes that the provider has ordered a nasogastric gavage feeding, but the nurse remembers that even the last time the child was on the unit, she was unable to tolerate the nasogastric feedings. The most appropriate nursing action would be for the nurse to:

The nurse is assisting with the physical examination on a sleeping10-month-old infant being held by the parent against the parent’s shoulder. In what sequence would the nurse complete the assessment?

The nurse is providing care for a 4-year-old being treated in the emergency department. Which intervention demonstrates a nurse’s understanding of the basic principle of emergency care when addressing the child’s need for a sense of security?

Essential fatty acids deficiencies are extremely rare in the United States.