The nurse observes a colleague about to administer an IM injection to a 12-month-old. Which intervention requires the nurse to intervene?

The nurse admits a 12-month-old who weighs 22 pounds for dehydration secondary to vomiting and diarrhea. The provider prescribes D5 1/2 NS with 20 mEq of KCL at 4mL/kg/hr. How many mL/hr should the nurse set the infusion pump to deliver the IV infusion? (Record as a whole number)

The nurse is caring for a 1-month-old infant. What anatomic and physiologic consideration(s) related to skin integrity will the nurse take into account during the infant’s care? Select all that apply.

The 6-month-old being seen in the clinic has a HR of 167 bpm, RR of 65 bpm, and SpO2 of 98%. The mother states the infant gets very tired with feedings, eating approximately 2 ounces every 4 hours. Which action should be the nurse’s priority? 

A 12-year-old has been brought to the ER following an automobile accident. His heart rate is 156 beats/min, his blood pressure is 75/48 mm Hg, and his respiratory rate is 36 breaths/min. He is actively bleeding from a large wound in his left leg. What type of shock is this child at risk for?

The nurse is performing a neurologic assessment of an infant. Which finding will the nurse document as an abnormality in hypoglossal nerve function?

The nurse notes substernal retractions when assess a child. Choose the letter that corresponds to the correct area where the nurse made this observation.      

The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a young child who will be seen today in the clinic due to ongoing diarrhea. Which question should the nurse be sure to ask when discussing this issue with the parent?

The parent contacts the health care provider because their preschool-age child has a temperature of 101.5°F (38.6°C). The child received outpatient chemotherapy 1 week ago. Which is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

A 3-year-old girl is admitted for osteomyelitis of her left knee and to rule out sepsis. She has been on antibiotics for 24 hours. Her mother calls you into the room because she feels her child is getting sicker. You assess the child for signs of sepsis. Choose which of the below are early signs of sepsis that you would assess for: