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Erikson’s psychosocial development theory process that the school aged children between 6 and 12 years is the stage of industry vs. inferiority. Based on the theory, how will the pediatric nurse design activities as a part of a diversional program for children who are in a long-term medical facility? Select all that apply.

A father presents a 6-month-old infant to the clinic with a diaper rash. The nurse observes a demarcated rash and satellite lesions on the buttocks and legs. Based on the assessment, which treatment will the nurse educate on per doctors order?

The nurse is developing interventions for a transgender adolescent and her family based on the nursing diagnosis decreased self-esteem related to transgender identity as evidenced by statements of feeling “different.” What would be the most appropriate intervention based on the diagnosis?

The nurses at a community pediatric clinic are preparing a presentation about nutrition for the school aged child. Which information is important for the nurses to include? Select all that apply

A teenager is being cared for in the emergency department after being trapped in a garage fire at her home. Partial-thickness burns are present on the side of the face, as well as on both arms. Which nursing action is the highest priority?

The pediatric home-care nurse is visiting a toddler born with a genetically related condition. Which comment by the parents is the greatest cause for the nurse to assess for additional information?

The nurse is interviewing a parent of a 10-month-old infant during a well-baby visit. Which statement by the parent causes the nurse concern about infant safety?

The nurse learns that a 16-year-old patient has not received the human papilloma virus vaccine (HPV-Gardasil). Which should the nurse explain to the patient at this time about the vaccination they are receiving during visit?

Nurses in a pediatric hospital emergency department attend an educational program about identifying victims of human trafficking. Which answer below should be noted by the nurse as a concern related to possibly human traffic victims?

The nurse is assisting the doctor with a physical examination on a 14 year old adolescent. Which action by the nurse will decrease the adolescents anxiety during the examination?