A 5-year-old child with a newly diagnosed Atrial Septal Defect is scheduled for surgery. The parents ask the nurse why surgery is necessary if the child has no symptoms. Which is the best response by the nurse?

A nurse is caring for a 6-year-old child with bronchiolitis caused by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?

An adolescent is admitted to the emergency department with nausea, vomiting, and severe, localized, abdominal pain.  Approximately 30 minutes after being admitted, he tells the nurse that his pain has disappeared. Based on the assessment findings, which of the following actions should the nurse take? (select all that apply).

A nurse is assessing a child with Tetralogy of Fallot and notes the child squatting during play. What is the best interpretation of this behavior?

A child with asthma is instructed to use a peak flow meter daily. The nurse teaches the child how to use the meter correctly. Which action by the child indicates a need for further instruction?

A child is in the emergency room with an acute asthma exacerbation. The child’s peak flow meter reading is in the red zone. What should the nurse do first?

A child with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is undergoing dialysis. The nurse observes a decrease in fluid output. Which action is most appropriate?

Match the Link of the Chain of Infection with the appropriate nursing action.

A child with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is being prepared for peritoneal dialysis. Which teaching points should the nurse include for the parents? (Select all that apply)

IV FLOW RATES A child is being treated for dehydration related to vomiting and diarrhea. The order reads to infuse 650 mL NS bolus over 2 hours.  At what hourly rate in mL/hour would you set the IV pump?   = _____________ml/hr