2026 Peds Chapter 01 Introduction To Child Health And Pediatric Nursing Quiz (50 Questions And Complete Answers)

What is the number one cause for mortality among children?

1. Human immunodeficiency virus
2. Congenital anomalies
3. Motor vehicle accidents
4. Low birthweight

The nurse is assessing the vital signs of a child who is being evaluated in an urgent care center. The child is to be seen by the pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP). The mother asks, "Why is my child seeing the PNP and not the doctor?" What is the best response by the nurse?

1. "The PNP functions similar to the physician's assistant, so you should be perfectly at ease."
2. "The child may be seen by the physician instead if you'd like."
3. "Seeing the PNP is just one more step in having your child evaluated in this setting."
4. "The PNP is an experienced RN with advanced education in the diagnosis and treatment of children."

The school nurse is planning a screening program. What items should be included to address issues related to the "new morbidity"?

1. Academic difficulties, violence, and other mental health issues
2. The number of children with chronic illness at the school
3. Statistics related to health insurance coverage of the children
4. HIV infection, asthma, and respiratory allergy testing

The following events were milestones in the support of children's health. Place them in the correct sequence, from oldest to most recent:

1. _____ a. Declaration of the Rights of the Child approved _____ b. WIC program established _____ c. U.S. Children's Bureau established _____ d. Sheppard-Towner Act passed _____ e. Family and Medical Leave Act passed _____ f. Education for all Handicapped Children Act passed.
2. U.S. Children's Bureau established d. Sheppard-Towner Act passed a. Declaration of the Rights of the Child approved b. WIC program established f. Education for all Handicapped Children Act passed. e. Family and Medical Leave Act passed

Consent for urgent treatment is needed for a minor. The parents are unable to be at the hospital. What action by the nurse constitutes informed consent?

1. Treating the minor and obtaining written informed consent when the parent arrives
2. Explaining the needed treatment to the minor and documenting this action
3. Telephone consent with two witnesses listening simultaneously
4. Contacting the institution's attorney to provide and document consent

The nurse is caring for a 2-year-old boy who needs a lumbar puncture. His mother is present. What would prevent informed consent from being obtained?

1. Determining the mother cannot read the form
2. Finding out the mother is younger than 18 years of age
3. Establishing the mother was never married
4. Learning the mother is not the custodial parent

The parents of a 12-year-old child preparing to undergo surgery explain to the nurse that their religious beliefs do not allow for blood transfusions. What initial action by the nurse is most appropriate?

1. Contact the hospital attorney.
2. Ask the child what their preference will be.
3. Document the parents' requests.
4. Explain to the parents that the surgeon will make the final decision in the event a blood transfusion is needed by the child.

You are going to provide an education program to early grade-school children. Which of the following topics would address the number one cause of death for this age group?

1. The importance of crossing streets safely
2. The importance of immunizations
3. Prevention of infection and communicable disease
4. Exercise and good nutrition

The nurse is talking with the mother of a 2-year-old girl during a scheduled visit. Which of the following teaching subjects least supports the emphasis on preventive care?

1. Describing self-care for brushing teeth
2. Explaining how to toddler proof the house
3. Explaining how to teach self hand washing
4. Reminding that child will imitate parents

The nurse is caring for a 14-year-old boy with a debilitating illness who wants to attend school. Which of the following interventions addresses the child's physical health but not his quality of life?

1. Adapting technologies for use outside of the home
2. Helping the child modify trendy clothing to his needs
3. Consulting with the school nurse at the child's school
4. Assessing the child's daily oxygen supplement needs