Pediatric nursing worksheet with answers

Which resting heart rate range is typical for a school-age child (about 6 to 12 years)?

1. AAbout 150 to 200 beats per minute
2. BAbout 120 to 170 beats per minute
3. CAbout 70 to 120 beats per minute
4. DAbout 40 to 60 beats per minute

In an asthma action plan based on peak flow, what does the green zone mean?

1. AUse the reliever more often and contact the doctor today
2. BThis is an emergency; call for help at once
3. CStop the preventer because it is no longer needed
4. DAsthma is under control; continue usual treatment

Which early sign may suggest autism in a toddler?

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

How should a nurse approach a health interview with a 15-year-old?

1. ATell the adolescent that everything said will be shared with the parents to keep them informed
2. BSpeak only to the parent
3. CInterview the adolescent with friends present for support
4. DSpend part of the visit alone with the adolescent and explain the limits of confidentiality

The parents of a 2-year-old worry that she eats much less than she did as a baby. She is growing along her centile. What should the nurse advise?

1. AGive extra bottles of milk to make up for the meals she refuses
2. BAppetite falls as growth slows; offer small, healthy portions without pressure
3. CEncourage her to finish every meal, even if this takes a long time at the table
4. DThis is a sign of illness and she needs blood tests

Which advice best prevents dog bites in young children?

1. ANever leave a young child alone with a dog, even the family pet
2. BTeach the child to stare into the dog's eyes to show who is in charge
3. CChoose a small breed, as small dogs never bite
4. DLet the child hug the dog while it eats so it gets used to children

A child has had many hospital admissions with unexplained symptoms. They occur only when the mother is present and stop when the child is apart from her. What should the nurse consider?

1. AFabricated or induced illness; follow safeguarding procedures
2. BA rare genetic disorder that needs more tests at once
3. CThe child is pretending to be ill to avoid school
4. DThe ward environment or hospital food is causing the symptoms

In England, a 15-year-old asks a nurse for contraception and does not want her parents told. Which principle applies?

1. AContraception may only be given once she reaches the age of 18
2. BShe may consent herself if judged competent (Gillick and Fraser)
3. CThe nurse must inform her parents and her school straight away
4. DShe can never receive contraception without written consent from a parent