PED-BC Practice Questions - Pediatric Nursing Certification Exam - PED-BC Practice Questions

Question 1

A 4-year-old child is brought to the emergency department with a barking cough, inspiratory stridor, and mild respiratory distress. The nurse suspects croup. Which of the following interventions is the highest priority?

Administering a nebulized bronchodilator Administering a single dose of oral dexamethasone Preparing for immediate intubation Obtaining a chest X-ray

Correct Answer:

Administering a single dose of oral dexamethasone

Question 2

When assessing a 2-month-old infant, which of the following findings would be most concerning for a diagnosis of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)?

Symmetrical gluteal folds Positive Ortolani sign Equal leg length Full abduction of the hips

Correct Answer:

Positive Ortolani sign

Question 3

A 10-year-old child with type 1 diabetes mellitus has a blood glucose level of 60 mg/dL. The child is conscious and able to swallow. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial intervention?

Administer subcutaneous glucagon Give 4 ounces of orange juice Provide a snack of crackers and cheese Administer a dose of rapid-acting insulin

Correct Answer:

Give 4 ounces of orange juice

Question 4

A nurse is providing teaching to the parents of a child with a newly diagnosed seizure disorder. Which of the following statements by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?

"We should not leave our child unattended in the bathtub." "We will place a padded tongue blade in our child's mouth during a seizure." "Our child should wear a medical alert bracelet." "We will keep a record of our child's seizures."

Correct Answer:

"We will place a padded tongue blade in our child's mouth during a seizure."

Question 5

A 6-year-old child is scheduled for a tonsillectomy. Which of the following findings in the child's preoperative assessment would be most important to report to the surgeon?

A history of frequent sore throats A loose deciduous tooth A temperature of 99.0°F (37.2°C) A recent upper respiratory infection

Correct Answer:

A recent upper respiratory infection

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