Pediatric Nursing Care Flashcards
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A 7-year-old with nephrotic syndrome has periorbital edema and proteinuria. Which dietary modification should the nurse teach the parents?
Answer: Low sodium, adequate protein diet
In nephrotic syndrome, sodium restriction reduces edema, and adequate protein intake compensates for urinary protein losses.
During auscultation, the nurse notes a harsh systolic murmur at the left sternal border in a 3-month-old. This finding is most consistent with which defect?
Answer: Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
A harsh holosystolic murmur best heard at the left lower sternal border is characteristic of a ventricular septal defect.
An 8-year-old is admitted with Reye's syndrome. Which recent history finding is most significant?
Answer: Taking aspirin during a recent viral illness
Reye's syndrome is associated with aspirin use during viral illness (especially influenza or varicella), causing hepatic encephalopathy.
The nurse is caring for a child with croup. Which intervention is the priority for managing mild croup at home?
Answer: Expose the child to cool mist or night air
Cool mist or cool night air reduces laryngeal edema and relieves mild croup symptoms; humidified air is the first-line home management.
A nurse suspects shaken baby syndrome in a 4-month-old. Which clinical triad supports this suspicion?
Answer: Retinal hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, and encephalopathy
The classic triad of abusive head trauma includes retinal hemorrhages, subdural hematoma, and encephalopathy without an adequate explanation.
A 2-year-old with intussusception is most likely to present with which classic symptom pattern?
Answer: Sudden intermittent abdominal pain, vomiting, and currant jelly stools
Intussusception classically presents with sudden episodic colicky pain, vomiting, and currant jelly stools (blood mixed with mucus).
Which age group is at highest risk for accidental poisoning, making anticipatory guidance essential for parents?
Answer: Toddlers (1–3 years)
Toddlers are at greatest risk for accidental poisoning due to oral exploration, mobility, and lack of understanding of danger.