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Question 1 of 5

After the nurse has completed an oral examination of a healthy 2-year-old child, the parent asks when the child should first be taken to the dentist. When is the most appropriate time in the child's life for the nurse to suggest?

A. Before starting school

B. Within the next few months

C. When the first deciduous teeth are lost

D. At the next dental check-up for a family member

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Within the next few months

Question 2 of 5

The parents of a 6-month-old infant are concerned about the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). What should the nurse recommend to reduce the risk?

A. Place the infant on their back to sleep

B. Use a pacifier during sleep

C. Have the infant sleep on their side

D. Keep the infant's room cool

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Place the infant on their back to sleep

Question 3 of 5

After completing an oral examination of a healthy 2-year-old child, the parent asks when the child should first be taken to the dentist. When is the most appropriate time in the child's life for the nurse to suggest?

A. Before starting school

B. Within the next few months

C. When the first deciduous teeth are lost

D. At the next dental visit of a family member

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Within the next few months

Question 4 of 5

What is the nurse's priority intervention when preparing for admission of a child with acute laryngotracheobronchitis?

A. Pad the side rails of the crib.

B. Arrange for a quiet, cool room.

C. Place a tracheotomy set at the bedside.

D. Obtain a recliner so that a parent can stay.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Place a tracheotomy set at the bedside.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse notes that a child has lost 8 pounds after 4 days of hospitalization for acute glomerulonephritis. This is most likely the result of

A. poor appetite

B. increased potassium intake

C. reduction of edema

D. restriction to bed rest

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: reduction of edema

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