Immunizations
At birth, what immunizations should be given?
hepatitis B (Hep B)
When are solids introduced?
6 months.
How should crib mattresses fit?
Snugly.
What type of car seats are available?
Infant-only and convertible infant-toddler car seats.
A nurse is collecting data during a well-baby visit with a 4-month-old infant. Which immunizations should the nurse plan to administer to the infant? (SATA).
A. MMR
B. PCV
C. Varicella
D. IPV
E. RV
B, C, E
At 2 months, what immunizations should be given?
diphtheria and tetanus toxoids and pertussis (DTaP), rotavirus vaccine (RV), inactivated poliovirus (IPV), Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib), pneumococcal vaccine (PCV), and Hep B
When are vegetables or fruits first started?
Between 6 and 8 months of age.
What should be kept out of infants crb to prevent suffocation?
pillows
What age should infants and toddlers remain in a rear-facing car seat ?
until age 2
A nurse is assisting with the care for a client who has pericarditis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
A. Petechiae
B. Murmur
C. Rash
D. Friction rub
Medical-Surgical, pg.189
D. Friction rub
At 4 months, what immunizations should be given?
DTaP, RV, IPV, Hib, PCV
When does weaning begin?
2nd 6 months.
How should infants be placed when sleeping to prevent suffocation?
On their backs.
What should you check before feeding?
temperature
A nurse is assisting with the care of a newly admitted client who has bleeding esophageal varices. The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following medications?
A. Propranolol
B. Metoclopramide
C. Cimetidine
D. Vasopressin
D. Vasopressin
Medical Surgical - pg. 281
At 6 months, what immunizations should be given?
200 extra points: if you can name two vaccines and their specific age range.
DTaP, IPV (6 to 18 months), PCV, and Hep B (6 to 18 months); RV; Hib
Citrus fruits, meat, and eggs are not started until after what age group?
6 months of age.
Crib slats should be no farther apart than how many inches and cm?
6 cm (2.375 in).
What should you avoid with formula to prevent burns?
Avoid warming the formula in a microwave.
A nurse is caring for a client who has a right hip fracture. Which of the following immobilization devices should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe for this client?
A. Skeletal Traction
B. Buck’s traction
C. Halo traction
D. Bryant’s traction
B. Buck’s traction
Medical-Surgical, pg. 423
At 6 - 12 months, what immunizations should be given?
If you can tell me what route inactivated influenza vaccine is given you’ll get 200 extra points!
seasonal influenza vaccination yearly (the inactivated influenza vaccine is available as an intramuscular injection)
How do you wean an infant?
Gradually replace one bottle or breastfeeding at a time with breast milk or formula in a cup with handles.
What should be removed by 4 to 5 months of age?
Crib mobiles and/or crib gyms
Hot water thermostats should be set at what temp range?
At or below 49° C (120° F).
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is undergoing chemotherapy and is on neutropenic precautions. Which of the following interventions should be recommended for inclusion to the plan of care?
A. Encourage a high-fiber diet.
B. Eliminate standing water in the room.
C. Have the client wear a mask when leaving the room.
D. Have client-specific equipment remain in the same room.
E. Eliminate raw foods from the client’s diet.
B. Eliminate standing water in the room.
C. Have the client wear a mask when leaving the room.
D. Have client-specific equipment remain in the same room.
E. Eliminate raw foods from the client’s diet.