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Which clinical symptom is not one we see with dogs that have ingested chocolate?

Alkali Agents have what level of pH?

When educating parents of a child diagnosed with lead poisoning, which complication should the nurse emphasize as a severe risk?

A 5-year-old child with a newly diagnosed Atrial Septal Defect is scheduled for surgery. The parents ask the nurse why surgery is necessary if the child has no symptoms. Which is the best response by the nurse?

A 4-year-old child is showing signs of autism. Which early warning sign should prompt further evaluation?

Which of the following actions is the priority during a tonic-clonic seizure in a pediatric patient?

A 6-year-old child presents to the emergency department with a 2-day history of vomiting and diarrhea. The mother reports that the child has had a decreased oral intake and has been less active than usual. On examination, the child appears restless and irritable. The nurse measures the child’s vital signs and notes the following: pulse rate is 130 beats per minute, blood pressure is 85/55 mm Hg, respiratory rate is 30 breaths per minute, and urine output is decreased. The child’s weight is 8% below the recorded weight from a well-child visit 1 month ago. Based on the assessment data, the nurse recognizes which degree of dehydration the child is most likely experiencing?

A 9-year-old patient has undergone a cardiac catheterization and is being prepared for discharge.  The nurse is providing instructions to the parents about post-procedure care at home.  Which statement by the parents indicates that the teaching was successful?

A nurse is assessing a child with Tetralogy of Fallot and notes the child squatting during play. What is the best interpretation of this behavior?

A nurse is evaluating the discharge teaching for parents of an infant with a small Ventricular Septal Defect. Which statement by the parents indicates effective teaching?