Pediatric Nursing Study Guide PDF

Here is a Quizlet-style study guide with questions and answers based on your Week 5 Pediatrics PowerPoint. You can use these for self-testing or convert them into a digital Quizlet deck. Pediatric Nursing – Week 5 Quizlet Study Guide Chapter 19: The School-Age Child General Development Q1: What a...

Here is a Quizlet-style study guide with questions and answers based on your Week 5 Pediatrics PowerPoint. You can use these for self-testing or convert them into a digital Quizlet deck. Pediatric Nursing – Week 5 Quizlet Study Guide Chapter 19: The School-Age Child General Development Q1: What are the age ranges for school-age children?​ A1: 6 to 12 years Q2: What is Erikson’s stage for school-age children?​ A2: Industry vs. Inferiority Q3: What is Piaget’s cognitive development stage for this age group?​ A3: Concrete Operational Stage Q4: What are common characteristics of school-age children?​ A4: ​ Prefer facts over fantasy ​ Build close peer relationships ​ Judged by performance ​ Sense of industry develops Physical & Emotional Growth Q5: What happens to growth patterns during school-age years?​ A5: ​ Growth slows until puberty ​ Weight gain is faster than height increase ​ Brain reaches nearly adult size ​ Improved coordination Q6: Why can size be misleading in emotional maturity?​ A6: Taller/heavier children may be expected to behave more maturely than they are emotionally capable of. Gender Identity & Social Development Q7: What influences a child’s gender identity?​ A7: Family, society, school, and cultural expectations. Q8: What does an androgynous approach to gender identity mean?​ A8: Incorporating both masculine and feminine positive attributes for well-rounded development. Sex Education & STIs Prevention Q9: What is the best approach to answering a child’s questions about sex?​ A9: Answer simply, use correct anatomical terms, and create an open, safe discussion. Q10: How should STI education be approached with school-age children?​ A10: ​ Use simple and factual terms ​ Explain risks without scare tactics ​ Discuss consequences of unprotected sex and drug use School & Play Activities Q11: What are recommended activities for children ages 6-9?​ A11: Board games, hopscotch, bike riding, model building, and collecting hobbies. Q12: What are appropriate activities for children ages 9-12?​ A12: Crafts, puzzles, organized sports, and strategy-based games. LATCHKEY CHILDREN Q13: Who are latchkey children?​ A13: Children who return home alone after school because their parents are at work. Q14: What are risks for latchkey children?​ A14: Higher accident rates, feelings of isolation, and lack of supervision. Health & Immunization Q15: What vaccines should a child receive by age 6 if not given earlier?​ A15: DTaP, IPV, MMR, Varicella Q16: What vaccines are recommended at ages 11-12?​ A16: TDaP, HPV, Meningococcal Chapter 30: Pediatric Skin Conditions Skin Function & Protection Q17: What is the main function of the skin?​ A17: Protection against disease, water loss, and injury. Bacterial Skin Infections Q18: What causes cellulitis and how is it treated?​ A18: ​ Cause: Staphylococcus or Streptococcus ​ Symptoms: Red, swollen, warm skin, fever ​ Treatment: Oral or IV antibiotics, rest Q19: What is impetigo and how is it managed?​ A19: ​ Cause: Staphylococcus or Streptococcus ​ Symptoms: Honey-colored crusted sores ​ Treatment: Topical antibiotics, hygiene measures Viral Skin Infections Q20: What virus causes cold sores?​ A20: Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1) Q21: What is shingles and how is it treated?​ A21: ​ Cause: Varicella-zoster virus ​ Symptoms: Painful, blistering rash ​ Treatment: Antiviral medications, pain relief Fungal Infections Q22: What is tinea corporis, and how is it treated?​ A22: ​ Also called: Ringworm ​ Symptoms: Circular red, scaly patches ​ Treatment: Topical antifungals (clotrimazole) Q23: What is candidiasis, and where does it commonly occur?​ A23: ​ Cause: Candida albicans (fungus) ​ Common areas: Mouth (thrush), diaper area  ​ Treatment: Nystatin, good hygiene Infestations (Lice & Scabies) Q24: What are signs of head lice?​ A24: Intense itching, white nits on hair shaft. Q25: What is the first-line treatment for scabies?​ A25: Permethrin 5% cream, applied over the body and left for 8-14 hours. Burns & Wound Care Q26: What are the three major types of burns?​ A26: 1.​ Superficial (1st degree) – Red, painful, dry (e.g., sunburn) 2.​ Partial-thickness (2nd degree) – Blisters, swelling, pain 3.​ Full-thickness (3rd degree) – Charred, painless, deep tissue damage Q27: What is the priority in treating major burns?​ A27: 1.​ Maintain airway & ventilation 2.​ Fluid replacement therapy 3.​ Pain management 4.​ Infection prevention Q28: What are signs of inhalation injury?​ A28: ​ Wheezing ​ Singed nasal hair ​ Hoarseness ​ Stridor ​ Carbonaceous (black) secretions Sunburn & Frostbite Q29: What is the best way to prevent sunburn?​ A29: Wear protective clothing, avoid peak sun hours, and use sunscreen (SPF 30+). Q30: What is a severe complication of frostbite?​ A30: Tissue necrosis leading to possible amputation. How to Use This Quizlet Set ​ Flashcards Mode: Test yourself with Q&A flipping. ​ Matching Game: Match skin conditions with symptoms & treatments. ​ Multiple Choice: Create MCQs for different conditions. ​ Spaced Repetition: Go over difficult questions more often. Would you like me to format this into a printable PDF or digital flashcard format? 😊