A mother was diagnosed with polyhydramnios during her pregnancy and just delivered a preterm male neonate. In which manner should the nurse assess a neonate for tracheoesophageal atresia?

A child is unable to walk without assistance because of decreased oxygen at birth. Which disorder is characterized by a malfunction of the brain’s motor center from hypoxia?

A child with cystic fibrosis has a bronchodilator, steroids ordered by metered-dose inhaler, and chest physiotherapy. In which order should these medications and treatments be administered?

When protective isolation isn’t indicated, a nurse plans which activity for a child receiving chemotherapy?

Which cause of myocarditis is the most common?

A nurse is teaching a student nurse about ketogenic diet. The nurse knows that a ketogenic diet is sometimes used to treat which condition?

A 3-year-old child has diarrhea, and the pediatrician has recommended a BRAT diet for the next 24 hours. The nurse teaches the parents about the diet. Which response by the parents about the diet indicates the teaching has been effective?

A child is intubated and placed on a ventilator after a near drowning. The physician’s order is to suction every 3 to 4 hours. The child’s parents ask the nurse why the suctioning is necessary. Which response by the nurse is the most accurate?

A nurse is caring for a 7-year-old client receiving cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan). In addition to administering mesna (Mesnex), which action should the nurse take?

A nurse is assessing a 13-year-old child 12 hours after surgery for a compound-fracture repair of the right arm. Which finding requires immediate attention?

A 17-year-old client who injured his right knee during a basketball game is scheduled for an arthroscopy. The nurse teaches the client about the procedure. Which response by the nurse regarding arthroscopy would be accurate?

Which instruction should be included in the care plan for a client following total hip replacement?