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A mother of a 2-year-old states her child has had nasal congestion, fever, and an occasional congested cough.  Which statement by the mother reflects the most urgent need for further teaching regarding symptom management?

A nurse is caring for a 10-week-old infant admitted with bronchiolitis and right otitis media. Which interventions should the nurse anticipate will be part of the infant’s medical management?

What is most recommended in order to avoid poisoning in toddlers?

The mother of a 3-month-old breast-fed infant asks about giving her baby water since it is summer and very warm. How should the nurse reply?

What nursing care guidelines would be appropriate when preparing school-age children for procedures? Select all that apply. 

A 9-month-old infant presents to the pediatricians office for their routine check up. Select all the milestones the child should have achieved by this age. 

As the nurse, which child would most require a follow-up assessment or referral?

2 Hours Post-op VS: T-98.0, P-80, R-20, B/P-106/60 Pain Rating of 3 Moderate drooling of pinkish colored secretions 6 Hours Post –op VS: T-99.8, P-105, R-18, B/P-95/58 Pain rating of 7 Small amount of bright red drooling After reviewing the above assessment data on a 5-year-old who had a tonsillectomy, what should be the nurse’s priority action?

Which pediatric patient needs the most immediate attention?

A 3-month-old infant is brought to the emergency department by the parents who report episodes of prolonged, uncontrollable coughing episodes that include brief periods of apnea. The infant appears exhausted following the coughing episodes. On assessment, the nurse notes nasal congestion, mild cyanosis during coughing, and a low-grade temperature. What respiratory illness is the infant most likely experiencing?