Pediatric Nurse Pediatric Health Promotion Flashcards
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At what age should a child receive the first dose of the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine according to the CDC schedule?
Answer: 12–15 months
The first MMR dose is recommended at 12–15 months of age, with a second dose at 4–6 years.
A pediatric nurse is teaching parents about car seat safety. Which guideline reflects current American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommendations?
Answer: Children should remain rear-facing as long as possible up to the seat's height/weight limit
The AAP recommends keeping children rear-facing as long as possible until they reach the maximum height or weight allowed by the car seat manufacturer.
Which developmental milestone is expected in a healthy 9-month-old infant?
Answer: Pincer grasp developing
The pincer grasp (using thumb and forefinger) typically develops around 9–10 months of age.
A nurse is counseling a family about fluoride supplementation. At what age should supplementation be considered for a child drinking non-fluoridated water?
Answer: 6 months
The AAP recommends fluoride supplementation starting at 6 months for infants who drink non-fluoridated water.
According to the Bright Futures guidelines, when should a child receive their first routine vision screening using an eye chart?
Answer: Age 3–4 years
Formal visual acuity screening with an eye chart is typically initiated at ages 3–4 years when children can cooperate with the test.
Which anticipatory guidance topic is MOST appropriate for parents of a 6-month-old infant?
Answer: Introduction of solid foods and iron-rich foods
Solid food introduction, including iron-rich foods, is a key anticipatory guidance topic at the 6-month well visit.
Which of the following is the recommended daily intake of vitamin D for infants who are exclusively breastfed?
Answer: 400 IU
The AAP recommends 400 IU of vitamin D daily beginning shortly after birth for all breastfed infants.
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