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Which of the following is not a first line of treatment for mild cardiovascular disease? 

Which anticipatory guidance would be provided for a growing child to prevent obesity? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.

The Streptococcus organism is the typical cause of acute glomerulonephritis.

A 4-year-old child is brought to the emergency department with a history of vomiting and diarrhea for 2 days. Which of the following signs of dehydration would be most concerning?

An infant has been admitted with failure to thrive (FTT). The nurse knows that more education is needed when one of the parents makes what statement? 

The day after undergoing abdominal appendectomy, a school-aged child is prepared for ambulation. Which nursing action would be most effective before the start of ambulation?

Which nursing intervention would the nurse implement for an infant during the first 24 hours after surgery to place a ventriculoperitoneal shunt for hydrocephalus?

A worried parent informs the nurse, “My 6-year-old is otherwise healthy but still wets the bed at night.” The nurse is teaching the parent necessary steps to manage the child’s nocturnal enuresis. Which statement made by the parent indicates effective learning? Select all that apply.

Obesity in children is an ever-increasing problem. What should a nurse consider before confronting the problem with individual children? 

A 6-week-old infant has just been found to have gastroesophageal reflux. Practitioner has ordered the conservative treatment. What teaching is most important to discuss with the parents at this time?