Pediatric nursing worksheet with answers

How is congenital hypothyroidism treated?

1. ARemoval of the thyroid gland in infancy
2. BAn iodine-free diet from birth
3. CDaily levothyroxine, usually for life
4. DA single dose of radioactive iodine

How is sickle cell disease inherited?

1. ANot inherited; it is acquired
2. BX-linked recessive
3. CAutosomal recessive
4. DAutosomal dominant

Which symptom is typical of croup?

1. AA barking, seal-like cough
2. BA whooping sound after coughing fits
3. CWheeze on breathing out only
4. DDrooling and inability to swallow

Which activity best supports a 9-year-old during a long hospital stay?

1. ASchoolwork and contact with classmates, plus games or hobbies
2. BWatching television alone for most of the day
3. CStaying in bed with no visitors to rest
4. DPlaying with baby toys in the toddler playroom with younger children

A baby with developmental dysplasia of the hip has a Pavlik harness. Which teaching is correct?

1. AApply powder and lotion under the straps to protect the skin
2. BKeep it on as instructed, do not adjust the straps and check the skin daily
3. CTighten the straps each week as the baby grows
4. DTake it off every night so the baby can sleep more comfortably and move freely

How can the nurse best support a child with autism on a children's ward?

1. APlace the child in the busiest bay near the nurses' station
2. BChange the nurse each shift so the child meets more people
3. CKeep routines predictable, reduce noise and use visual schedules
4. DExplain all procedures only at the very last minute to avoid days of worry

A child has a swollen, red eyelid with fever, pain on moving the eye and blurred vision. What should the nurse suspect?

1. AOrbital cellulitis, which needs urgent review and IV antibiotics
2. BA stye, which will drain on its own with warm compresses
3. CAn insect bite, which needs only a cold compress
4. DSimple conjunctivitis, treated with eye drops at home

A 10-year-old has vomiting, abdominal pain, deep rapid breathing and a fruity smell on the breath. His blood glucose is very high. What is the most likely diagnosis?

1. AGastroenteritis
2. BDiabetic ketoacidosis
3. CAppendicitis
4. DAcute asthma attack with hyperventilation