Nursing: Pediatric Essentials
Pediatric nursing concepts including growth milestones, common childhood diseases, and pediatric assessment.
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What is the recommended sleeping position for an infant to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?
Supine (on the back).
At what age does an infant typically begin to demonstrate a social smile?
2 months.
What does the acronym FLACC stand for in pediatric pain assessment?
Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, and Consolability.
What is the normal resting heart rate range for a newborn infant?
110 to 160 beats per minute.
Which vaccine is typically administered at birth in the United States?
Hepatitis B.
What is the primary characteristic cough sound associated with Croup (Laryngotracheobronchitis)?
A barking, seal-like cough.
At what age should a child be able to use a neat pincer grasp to pick up small objects?
9 to 10 months.
What type of isolation precautions are required for a patient hospitalized with Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)?
Contact precautions.
Which pain scale is most appropriate for a cognitively intact 5-year-old child?
Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale.
What is a key teaching point for parents to prevent Otitis Media in infants?
Avoid propping bottles and encourage breastfeeding.
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