Essentials Of Pediatric Nursing - Chapter 21 Study Guide Graded A+

The nurse is caring for a child diagnosed with hydronephrosis. Which manifestation is consistent with complications of the disorder? {Ans: Hypertension Explanation: Complications of hydronephrosis include renal insufficiency, hypertension, and eventually renal failure. Hypotension, hypothermia, and tachycardia are not associated with hydronephrosis.}Which condition is a risk factor for the development of pelvic inflammatory disease? {Ans: multiple sexual partners Explanation: Clients who have had multiple sexual partners have a higher incidence of developing pelvic inflammatory disease. Oral contraceptive use, history of UTI, and dysmmeorrhea are not risk factors for developing pelvic inflammatory disease.}A nurse is developing a teaching plan for the parents of an 8-year-old experiencing nocturnal enuresis. The nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the parents identify what as an appropriate measure? {Ans: Encouraging fluid intake after dinner Explanation: In many children, limiting fluids after dinner can be helpful for nocturnal enuresis. Bladder-stretching exercises also can be helpful. If these measures are ineffective, desmopressin may be prescribed. Stress factors may be contributing to the child's problem. Therefore, measures to address stress and promote coping would be appropriate.}The nurse knows this is a description of peritoneal dialysis when compared to hemodialysis: {Ans: The child can