What anatomic characteristics predispose children to injuries? (select all that apply)

A 6-year-old child is hospitalized for intravenous (IV) antibiotic therapy. He eats little on his “regular diet” trays. He tells the nurse that all he wants to eat is pizza, tacos, and ice cream. Which is the best nursing action?

What should the nurse consider when having consent forms signed for surgery and procedures on pediatric clients?

The best site for an intramuscular (IM) injection for an infant is:

After receiving report, what would you do first for this patient?

The role of the pediatric nurse is influenced by trends in health care. The greatest trend in health care is:

Which behaviors by the nurse indicate a therapeutic relationship with children and families? Select all that apply

The nurse is caring for an 8-year-old child who has a chronic illness. The child has a tracheostomy, and a parent is rooming-in during this hospitalization. The parent insists on providing almost all of the child’s care and tells the nurses how to care for the child. When planning the child’s care, the primary nurse should recognize that the parent is:

What intervention should the nurse implement when a 5 year old tells the nurse, “I need a Band-Aid” after having an injection?

Bella, a 7-month-old infant, is receiving intravenous fluids at a rate of 18 mL/ hour. How frequently should her IV site be assessed?