Pediatric nursing worksheet with answers

By about what age has a healthy infant typically doubled their birth weight?

1. A2 years
2. B4 to 6 months
3. C12 months
4. D1 month

Why is head circumference measured at routine checks in the first years of life?

1. ATo estimate the child's future height
2. BTo check for dehydration
3. CTo calculate medication doses
4. DTo monitor brain growth and detect abnormal head growth early

Which early sign may suggest autism in a toddler?

1. ASaying "no" often and having tantrums at 2 years
2. BBeing shy with strangers at 9 months
3. CPreferring to play next to other toddlers rather than with them
4. DNot pointing to show interest and little eye contact by about 18 months

Which sign shows that a baby is ready to start solid foods?

1. AHas cut a first tooth
2. BHas reached 6 weeks of age
3. CStarts waking more often during the night and seems hungry after milk feeds
4. DSits with support, holds the head steady and shows interest in food

What is a normal capillary refill time in a child?

1. A15 to 20 seconds
2. B2 seconds or less
3. C8 to 10 seconds
4. D5 seconds or less

Which group of findings is typical in a teenager with severe anorexia nervosa?

1. ARapid growth, acne and an increased appetite
2. BFast heart rate, high blood pressure and a high fever
3. CSlow heart rate, low blood pressure and low body temperature
4. DWeight gain, oedema and high blood pressure

A boy with haemophilia A bumps his head hard on a table. He seems well. What should the nurse advise?

1. ANo action is needed, because head bleeds are rare in haemophilia
2. BSeek urgent care, as factor replacement may be needed before symptoms appear
3. CGive aspirin for the pain and apply ice to the bump
4. DWatch him at home for a week and bring him in only if he vomits or has a headache

A baby born at 28 weeks is now 6 months old. He is not yet sitting without support. How should the nurse interpret this?

1. AMilestones are always judged by chronological age, so he is 3 months behind
2. BMilestones are judged by corrected age, here about 3 months, so this is expected
3. CHe is clearly delayed and needs urgent neurological referral
4. DPreterm babies never reach normal milestones, so no follow-up is needed