1. A pediatric nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child with a suspected case

of measles. Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize?

 A) Isolating the child to prevent transmission

 B) Administering prescribed antipyretics

 C) Educating the family on the importance of vaccination

 D) Preparing for immediate intubation

 Answer: A) Isolating the child to prevent transmission is crucial to

prevent the spread of measles, which is highly contagious.

2. In assessing a child with asthma, which clinical finding would indicate

the need for immediate intervention?

 A) Wheezing heard on expiration

 B) Use of accessory muscles to breathe

 C) Peak expiratory flow rate within 80% of personal best

 D) Occasional cough with activity

 Answer: B) Use of accessory muscles to breathe indicates increased

work of breathing and potential respiratory distress, requiring prompt

intervention.

3. When providing education on medication administration to parents of a

child with ADHD, what is an essential point to include?

 A) The medication should be taken with meals.

 B) The medication may cause drowsiness.

 C) The importance of consistent dosing schedules.

 D) The medication is a cure for ADHD.

 Answer: C) Emphasizing the importance of consistent dosing schedules

helps maintain therapeutic drug levels and manage symptoms effectively.

4. A nurse is planning care for a child post-appendectomy. Which

intervention should be included to promote pain management?

 A) Encourage deep breathing exercises every 2 hours.

 B) Administer analgesics on a scheduled basis.

 C) Limit fluid intake to prevent nausea.

 D) Keep the child in a supine position at all times.

 Answer: B) Scheduled administration of analgesics ensures consistent

pain management and comfort post-surgery