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The nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child after a tonsillectomy. Which statement by the child demonstrates magical thinking?

A 25 kg pediatric patient is admitted with refractory supraventricular tachycardia. The pediatric cardiologist orders an intravenous lidocaine infusion at 50 mcg/kg/min. The pharmacy has prepared a lidocaine solution with a concentration of 20 mg/mL. At what infusion rate (in mL/hr) should the IV pump be set?

The patient moved the hip through 5 deg of adduction over 3 seconds. What was the average angular velocity of the hip during this time?

The nurse is assessing a 2-year-old child who has missed some motor development milestones. Which strategy could the nurse suggest to the family to support the child’s motor development?

Which of the following is TRUE about the tangential acceleration of a point on the rotating object?

The nurse is performing an assessment of the reproductive system of a 17-year-old girl. What would alert the nurse to a developmental delay in this girl?

The school nurse is conducting vision screening for a 7-year-old child and documents the condition “amblyopia.” What will the nurse tell the parents about the anticipated treatment for this condition?

The nurse is testing the sensory development of a toddler brought to the clinic for a wellness visit. What might alert the nurse to a potential problem with the child’s sensory development?

The nurse assesses the spirituality of an adolescent. What are normal moral and spiritual milestones in this age group? Select 3 that apply.

The nurse is promoting a healthy diet to guide a parent in feeding a 2-week-old infant. Which anticipatory guidance should the nurse provide?