Nclex Pediatrics Questions Already Passed

A nurse reviews the record of a 1-year-old child seen in the clinic and notes that the health care provider has documented a diagnosis of celiac crisis. Which of the following symptoms would the nurse expect to note in this condition? {Ans: 1. Anorexia 2. Joint pain *3. Profuse, watery diarrhea* 4. Constipation *Rationale:* Clinical manifestations associated with celiac crisis include profuse, watery diarrhea and vomiting that quickly lead to severe dehydration and metabolic acidosis. The cause of the crisis is usually infection or hidden sources of gluten. The child may require intravenous fluids to correct fluid and acid-base imbalances, albumin to treat shock, and corticosteroids to decrease severe mucosal inflammation.}A nurse has reinforced home care instructions to the mother of a child who is being discharged after cardiac surgery. Which statement, if made by the mother, indicates the need for further instructions? {Ans: 1. "A balance of rest and exercise is important." *2. "I can apply lotion or powder to the incision if it is itchy."* 3. "Activities during which the child could fall need to be avoided for 2 to 4 weeks." 4. "Large crowds of people need to be avoided for at least 2 weeks