Ricci Chapter 1 - Test Bank - 4th Edition 44 Correctly Answered Questions Latest Update

40. A public health nurse visits the home of a young toddler. What aspect of the home environment would the nurse expect to address with the parents? A. The presence of power cords plugged into capped outlets B. Cartoons playing on a television in the child's room C. The family dog is present in the house during the visit D. The presence of pots on the stove with handles pointing toward back {Ans: Answer: B Rationale: The nurse is encouraged to ask questions regarding the amount of recreational screen time and if the child has a television or Internet-connected device in his or her bedroom. The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages any screen media before the age of 2. The nurse would question why the TV is being used in the child's room. The family dog may be a threat to observe during the visit, but having a TV in the child's room indicates that it is being exposed to earlier than advised screen time. Pot handles are in the appropriate position. Cords are plugged into capped outlets, which is safe.}2. The nurse is working with a group of community health members to develop a plan to address the