The parent of a 5-month-old is worried because the infant becomes fussy but doesn’t always seem interested in nursing. The infant has weight, height and a head circumference withing normal parameters on the growth chart. What will the nurse practitioner tell this parent?
Read DetailsThe primary care family nurse practitioner sees a 3-day-old nursing infant whose newborn metabolic screen is positive for galactosemia. The nurse practitioner refers the newborn to a specialist for immediate evaluation and will tell the mother to do what?
Read DetailsThe following findings are most consistent with which age group? Physical: Starts regular bladder and bowel patterns Motor: Sits steadily unsupported for short periods of time Communication: Comprehends ‘no,’ responds to simple verbal commands Social: Increased anxiety when parent is unseen
Read DetailsA 7 year old child is brought to clinic with several bright red lesions on the buttocks. The primary care nurse practitioner examines the lesions and notes sharp margins and an “orange peel” look and feel. The child is afebrile and does not appear toxic. What is the course of treatment for these lesions?
Read DetailsThe parents of a 3-year-old child are concerned that the child has begun refusing usual foods and wants to eat mashed potatoes and chicken strips at every meal and snack. The child’s rate of weight has slowed, but the child remains at the same percentile for weight on a growth chart. What will the family nurse practitioner tell the parents to do?
Read DetailsDuring a well child exam of a school-age child, the family nurse practitioner learns that the child has been having angry episodes at school. The nurse practitioner observes the child to appear withdrawn and sad. Which action is appropriate?
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