A mother brings her 6-month-old infant to the clinic for a well-baby routine exam. Which vaccine(s) should the nurse verify the infant has received? (Select all that apply.)
Meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine (MPSV4).
Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccine (Hib).
Inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV).
Hepatitis B virus vaccine (HepB).
Diphtheria, tetanus toxoids, and acellular pertussis (DTaP).
Measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine (MMR).
What intervention is most important for a nurse caring for an infant with an organic failure to thrive?
To aid the child's growth and development, which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement? Encourage the parents to participate in a planned program of play with the infant.
Which of the following should the nurse assess first on a well child exam in a 6 week old infant who is sleeping?
A 4-month-old is sleeping during her well infant checkup. Which assessment should the nurse do first? Auscultation requires quiet to hear the sounds clearly and should be done first.
What are some of the important aspects the nurse should keep in mind when interviewing the family and child?
The nurse should firsts establish rapport to gain the trust of the patient and his family in providing facts and accurate information during the interview. The nurse should show empathy and compassion while dealing with the patient's condition.
Which developmental milestone would the nurse anticipate for a 15 month old child?
The nurse would anticipate that a 24-month-old toddler can use a straw to drink liquids. The 15-month-old toddler is expected to drink well from a cup. Beginning to use a fork by holding it in the fist and spilling small amounts of food when using a spoon are expectations for a 36-month-old toddler.