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A pediatric nurse is assessing a child's developmental milestones. Which action best embodies the 'art' of pediatric nursing in this scenario?
A pediatric nurse is assessing a child's developmental milestones. Which action best embodies the 'art' of pediatric nursing in this scenario?
- Following standard procedures for assessing motor skills.
- Administering prescribed medications according to protocol.
- Documenting the child's height and weight accurately.
- Establishing rapport with the child and family to alleviate anxiety. (correct)
A pediatric nurse consistently demonstrates empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in the well-being of children and their families. Which of the following qualities is BEST exemplified by these behaviors?
A pediatric nurse consistently demonstrates empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in the well-being of children and their families. Which of the following qualities is BEST exemplified by these behaviors?
- Technical proficiency
- Professional detachment
- Effective communication skills
- Compassionate care (correct)
A pediatric nurse is educating parents on the importance of childhood immunizations. Which nursing role is MOST directly demonstrated in this scenario?
A pediatric nurse is educating parents on the importance of childhood immunizations. Which nursing role is MOST directly demonstrated in this scenario?
- Guiding families in their child's care during health and illness. (correct)
- Advocating for hospital policy changes.
- Providing direct bedside care to sick children.
- Conducting research on childhood diseases.
A pediatric nurse is developing a care plan for a hospitalized child. Which aspect of the child's development should the nurse prioritize to ensure holistic care?
A pediatric nurse is developing a care plan for a hospitalized child. Which aspect of the child's development should the nurse prioritize to ensure holistic care?
A pediatric nurse consistently documents detailed observations of a child's behavior, physical symptoms, and responses to treatment. How does this practice BEST contribute to the child's care?
A pediatric nurse consistently documents detailed observations of a child's behavior, physical symptoms, and responses to treatment. How does this practice BEST contribute to the child's care?
During a stressful procedure, a pediatric nurse truthfully explains each step to a child, even when the information might be upsetting. Why is this honesty particularly important in pediatric nursing?
During a stressful procedure, a pediatric nurse truthfully explains each step to a child, even when the information might be upsetting. Why is this honesty particularly important in pediatric nursing?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with a chronic illness. Which approach BEST demonstrates the qualities of a sympathetic and kind nurse?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with a chronic illness. Which approach BEST demonstrates the qualities of a sympathetic and kind nurse?
A pediatric nurse is considering different specialties within pediatrics. Which aspect of the job would MOST likely appeal to a nurse who loves working with children?
A pediatric nurse is considering different specialties within pediatrics. Which aspect of the job would MOST likely appeal to a nurse who loves working with children?
A pediatric nurse is advocating for family visitation policies in the pediatric unit. Which quality is the nurse demonstrating by prioritizing family involvement?
A pediatric nurse is advocating for family visitation policies in the pediatric unit. Which quality is the nurse demonstrating by prioritizing family involvement?
A pediatric nurse uses age-appropriate language and visual aids to explain a medical procedure to a child and their parents. What is the MOST likely outcome of this approach?
A pediatric nurse uses age-appropriate language and visual aids to explain a medical procedure to a child and their parents. What is the MOST likely outcome of this approach?
A pediatric nurse is working with a child who has cystic fibrosis. Which nursing intervention BEST promotes the child's healthy maturation as a physical and emotional being?
A pediatric nurse is working with a child who has cystic fibrosis. Which nursing intervention BEST promotes the child's healthy maturation as a physical and emotional being?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with pneumonia. Which action represents the secondary level of care in this scenario?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with pneumonia. Which action represents the secondary level of care in this scenario?
A pediatric nurse is assisting a child with cerebral palsy to regain mobility and independence. Which level of care is the nurse primarily involved in?
A pediatric nurse is assisting a child with cerebral palsy to regain mobility and independence. Which level of care is the nurse primarily involved in?
A pediatric nurse is teaching a group of parents about the importance of proper nutrition for infants. Which role is the nurse fulfilling at the primary level of care?
A pediatric nurse is teaching a group of parents about the importance of proper nutrition for infants. Which role is the nurse fulfilling at the primary level of care?
A pediatric nurse is creating a discharge plan for a child with asthma. What is the MOST important consideration for the nurse to address at the secondary level of care?
A pediatric nurse is creating a discharge plan for a child with asthma. What is the MOST important consideration for the nurse to address at the secondary level of care?
A pediatric nurse is working with a child who has a learning disability. Which intervention BEST assists the child in returning to their maximal level of functioning?
A pediatric nurse is working with a child who has a learning disability. Which intervention BEST assists the child in returning to their maximal level of functioning?
A pediatric nurse is implementing a family-centered care approach. What is the PRIMARY focus of this approach?
A pediatric nurse is implementing a family-centered care approach. What is the PRIMARY focus of this approach?
A pediatric nurse is working with a family who is overwhelmed by their child's chronic illness. How can the nurse BEST help the family utilize the care provided?
A pediatric nurse is working with a family who is overwhelmed by their child's chronic illness. How can the nurse BEST help the family utilize the care provided?
A pediatric nurse is providing education to parents about accident prevention. Which topic is MOST relevant to include in this education?
A pediatric nurse is providing education to parents about accident prevention. Which topic is MOST relevant to include in this education?
A pediatric nurse is preparing a child for discharge after surgery. Which instruction is MOST important for the nurse to provide to the parents?
A pediatric nurse is preparing a child for discharge after surgery. Which instruction is MOST important for the nurse to provide to the parents?
A pediatric nurse is assessing a toddler's growth and development. Which of the following observations would warrant further investigation?
A pediatric nurse is assessing a toddler's growth and development. Which of the following observations would warrant further investigation?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a school-aged child with diabetes. Which of the following nursing interventions BEST promotes the child's self-management skills?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a school-aged child with diabetes. Which of the following nursing interventions BEST promotes the child's self-management skills?
A pediatric nurse is working with an adolescent who is struggling with body image issues. Which of the following approaches is MOST likely to be effective?
A pediatric nurse is working with an adolescent who is struggling with body image issues. Which of the following approaches is MOST likely to be effective?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with a terminal illness. Which of the following interventions BEST supports the child and family?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with a terminal illness. Which of the following interventions BEST supports the child and family?
A pediatric nurse observes a parent consistently dismissing their child's emotional needs. What impact might this have on the child's development?
A pediatric nurse observes a parent consistently dismissing their child's emotional needs. What impact might this have on the child's development?
A pediatric nurse is advocating for increased funding for school-based health programs. How does this action contribute to community health?
A pediatric nurse is advocating for increased funding for school-based health programs. How does this action contribute to community health?
A pediatric nurse is using play therapy with a young child who is anxious about an upcoming surgery. How does play therapy help alleviate anxiety?
A pediatric nurse is using play therapy with a young child who is anxious about an upcoming surgery. How does play therapy help alleviate anxiety?
A pediatric nurse notices signs of child abuse during a routine check-up. What is the nurse's ethical responsibility in this situation?
A pediatric nurse notices signs of child abuse during a routine check-up. What is the nurse's ethical responsibility in this situation?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child from a different cultural background. What is the MOST important consideration for providing culturally competent care?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child from a different cultural background. What is the MOST important consideration for providing culturally competent care?
A pediatric nurse is teaching a new graduate nurse about the importance of evidence-based practice. Which of the following is the BEST example of evidence-based practice?
A pediatric nurse is teaching a new graduate nurse about the importance of evidence-based practice. Which of the following is the BEST example of evidence-based practice?
A pediatric nurse is advocating for the use of distraction techniques during painful procedures. How do distraction techniques benefit children?
A pediatric nurse is advocating for the use of distraction techniques during painful procedures. How do distraction techniques benefit children?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with a chronic illness who is frequently hospitalized. What is the BEST way to promote a sense of normalcy for the child?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with a chronic illness who is frequently hospitalized. What is the BEST way to promote a sense of normalcy for the child?
A pediatric nurse is assessing a newborn infant. Which of the following findings would require immediate intervention?
A pediatric nurse is assessing a newborn infant. Which of the following findings would require immediate intervention?
A pediatric nurse is teaching parents how to safely administer medication to their child. Which of the following instructions is MOST important?
A pediatric nurse is teaching parents how to safely administer medication to their child. Which of the following instructions is MOST important?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with a fever. Which of the following interventions is MOST effective for reducing the child's temperature?
A pediatric nurse is caring for a child with a fever. Which of the following interventions is MOST effective for reducing the child's temperature?
A pediatric nurse is preparing a 5-year-old child for an IV insertion. Which of the following approaches is MOST appropriate?
A pediatric nurse is preparing a 5-year-old child for an IV insertion. Which of the following approaches is MOST appropriate?
A pediatric nurse is educating parents about the importance of car seat safety. Which of the following statements is MOST accurate?
A pediatric nurse is educating parents about the importance of car seat safety. Which of the following statements is MOST accurate?
A pediatric nurse is assessing a child with suspected appendicitis. Which of the following findings is MOST indicative of appendicitis?
A pediatric nurse is assessing a child with suspected appendicitis. Which of the following findings is MOST indicative of appendicitis?
Flashcards
Pediatric Nursing
Pediatric Nursing
Art and science of giving nursing care to children from birth through adolescence, emphasizing physical, mental, emotional, and psychosocial development.
Qualities of a Pediatric Nurse
Qualities of a Pediatric Nurse
A pediatric nurse should possess qualities such as being a good observer, honest, sympathetic, kind, patient, cheerful, and interested in family care, with a love for working with children and the ability to provide teaching.
Role of Pediatric Nurse
Role of Pediatric Nurse
Promoting healthy maturation, providing healthcare for illnesses, and addressing disabilities to maximize potential.
Primary Level Nursing
Primary Level Nursing
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Secondary Level Nursing
Secondary Level Nursing
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Tertiary Level Nursing
Tertiary Level Nursing
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Family-Centered Care
Family-Centered Care
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Parent's Education Topics
Parent's Education Topics
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Study Notes
- Pediatric nursing involves providing nursing care to children from birth through adolescence.
- Focus is placed on physical growth, and mental, emotional and psycho-social development.
Qualities of a Good Pediatric Nurse
- Good observer
- Honest and truthful
- Sympathetic, kind, patient, and cheerful
- Enjoys working with children
- Interested in family care
- Able to provide teaching to children and their families
Role of Pediatric Nurse
- Roles are based on primary health care.
- Promote healthy maturation of the child, physically, intellectually, and emotionally within the context of family and community (primary level).
- Provide healthcare for children requiring treatment for illnesses (secondary level).
- Address child's disabilities (tertiary level) or rehabilitation, aiming to maximize the child's potential level of body function.
Primary Level Role
- Involves health education for the child and parents.
- Providing for child's basic needs and immunization.
- Maintain child's health.
- Help the child achieve optimal growth and development.
- Prevent diseases and complications.
Secondary Level Role
- Provide care to sick children and their families.
- Assessing their needs.
- Planning for their care.
- Implementing the nursing care plan.
- Evaluating children's condition and the plan of care.
- Providing health teaching to children and their parents.
Tertiary Level Role
- Assisting children to return to their maximal level of functioning following illness and/or disabilities.
Family Centered Care Approach
- Acknowledges the importance of the family unit as the fundamental focus of all healthcare interventions.
- Health teams should be flexible and creative in caring for the child within their family.
- Interventions are based on the needs of parent and child, and on their coping resources.
- The family is the ultimate coordinator of its own care.
- Nurses can help establish a positive environment for family members and help them accept and utilize provided care.
- Nurses can guide family members through new experiences in seeking health care utilization.
Parent’s Education
- Opportunities for providing health education to parents and their children.
- Growth and development needs
- Child's health promotion and maintenance such as nutritional needs and hygienic care.
- Preventive aspects such as accident prevention, immunization, and periodic examinations.
- Child's illness including the nature of the illness and care needed.
- Planning for child's discharge such as medication, follow-up, and nutrition.
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