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A nurse is caring for an infant with a Spina Bifida Cystica. What does the nurse expect this infant to have that differentiates it from an infant with a Spina Bifida Occulta?

A 7-year-old boy with the diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is receiving methylphenidate. His mother asks about its action and side effects. What is the nurse’s initial response?

The nurse is caring for a 6-year-old child following a tonsillectomy which assessment data indicates to the nurse that the child is experiencing active, uncontrolled bleeding at the operative site?

A nurse is providing a parent information regarding autism. Which statement made by the parent indicates understanding of the teaching?

A nurse is providing teaching about self-administration of insulin to the parent of a school-age child who has a new of diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?

What is the best site for the nurse to use when assessing a patient’s pulse to determine circulation to the toes?

An unresponsive patient is admitted to your unit.  Which is the best route for the nurse to assess the core temperature?

The physician orders 0.25 mg digoxin PO daily.  The pharmacy sends 125 mcg tablets.  How many tablets should be administered? (Record answer using nearest half or whole number.)

A nurse is admitting to the medical–surgical unit a frail, emaciated 75-year-old patient that weighs 87 pounds.  What information must the nurse assess when choosing the proper size cuff?

Describe two ways social listening can help your organization be successful. Give an example. You must explain to earn full points.