1. When administering medication to a child, it is important to consider

the child's:

 A. Weight and age

 B. Favorite color

 C. Time of last meal

 D. Parent's preference

 **Answer: A. Weight and age**

 Rationale: Dosage calculations for children often depend on their weight

and age to ensure safety and efficacy.

2. Which of the following routes of medication administration is typically

avoided in pediatric patients due to risk of injury?

 A. Oral

 B. Intravenous

 C. Intramuscular

 D. Intraosseous

 **Answer: D. Intraosseous**

 Rationale: While intraosseous access is a viable route in emergencies, it

is generally avoided due to the invasive nature and potential for injury.

3. When educating parents about administering liquid medication to their

child, you should emphasize:

 A. The use of a kitchen spoon for measurement

 B. The importance of shaking the bottle if instructed

 C. That medication can be mixed with a large volume of food or drink

 D. That accuracy in dosing is not critical

 **Answer: B. The importance of shaking the bottle if instructed**

 Rationale: Proper preparation of medication, such as shaking the bottle

if required, ensures that the child receives the correct dosage.

4. A nurse is preparing to administer an antibiotic to a 4-year-old patient.

Which of the following actions should be taken first?

 A. Confirming the patient's identity using two identifiers

 B. Preparing the medication in view of the patient to ensure trust

 C. Administering the medication as quickly as possible

 D. Explaining the procedure in detail to the patient's parents only