Growth & Development
At what age should an infant sit without support?
Around 6 months
Pediatric medication dosages are usually based on what?
Weight (kg)
What is the most common cause of croup?
Viral infection
When should solid foods be introduced?
Around 6 months
What car seat position is safest for infants?
Rear-facing
Which developmental milestone should a 2-year-old have?
Two-word phrases
What must the nurse do before giving digoxin to an infant?
Check the apical pulse
Barking cough and inspiratory stridor indicate what condition?
Croup
Which food should be avoided in children under 1 year?
Honey
At what age can a child use a booster seat?
When they outgrow forward-facing seat (usually 4–8 years)
A 9-month-old should be able to do which skill?
Pull to stand
If an infant vomits a medication, what should the nurse do?
Notify provider
A child with epiglottitis should be placed in what position?
Upright
A child with diarrhea should receive what type of fluids?
Oral rehydration solution
What is the leading cause of death in children?
Unintentional injury
Parallel play is expected at what age?
2 years old
What is the safest site for IM injections in infants?
Vastus lateralis
What is the priority nursing intervention for RSV?
Maintain airway and oxygenation
Whole milk is recommended starting at what age?
12 months
What teaching is priority for parents of a toddler?
Poison prevention
Which toy is most appropriate for a preschool-aged child?
Puzzles or pretend-play toys
Which lab value must be checked before giving gentamicin?
BUN and creatinine
What isolation is required for varicella (chickenpox)?
Airborne + contact
What vitamin is routinely given to breastfed infants?
Vitamin D
What is always the priority when caring for pediatric patients?
Airway, breathing, circulation (ABCs)