Try Naxlex NCLEX-RN (Free-Trial)

A nurse is collecting data from an 18-month-old toddler who is postoperative. Which of the following rating scales should the nurse use to identify the toddler's pain level?

Color tool

FACES

Visual analog

FLACC

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A reason:

The color tool is not a pain assessment tool; it is used to assess oxygen saturation levels.

Choice B reason:

The FACES scale is commonly used for children who are 3 years of age and older, but it may not be suitable for an 18-month-old toddler who may have limited ability to express pain through facial expressions.

Choice C reason:

The visual analog scale is typically used for older children and adults. It may not be effective for assessing pain in an 18-month-old toddler.

Choice D reason:

The FLACC scale (Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, Consolability) is a validated pain assessment tool for young children, including toddlers. It evaluates specific behaviors related to pain, making it suitable for this age group.

Nursing Test Bank

Quiz #1: RN Exams Pharmacology Exams Quiz #2: RN Exams Medical-Surgical Exams Quiz #3: RN Exams Fundamentals Exams Quiz #4: RN Exams Maternal-Newborn Exams Quiz #5: RN Exams Anatomy and Physiology Exams Quiz #6: RN Exams Obstetrics and Pediatrics Exams Quiz #7: RN Exams Fluid and Electrolytes Exams Quiz #8: RN Exams Community Health Exams Quiz #9: RN Exams Promoting Health across the lifespan Exams Quiz #10: RN Exams Multidimensional care Exams

Get 100+ Naxlex Exit Exams for $79 Try Naxlex NCLEX-RN (14 Day Free-Trial)

Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams

Quiz #1: Naxlex RN Comprehensive online practice 2019 B with NGN Quiz #2: Naxlex RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Quiz #3: Naxlex RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit Exam A Quiz #4: Naxlex HESI Exit LPN Exam Quiz #5: Naxlex PN Comprehensive Predictor PN 2020 Quiz #6: Naxlex VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Quiz #8: Naxlex PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Quiz #10: Naxlex HESI PN Exit exam Quiz #11: Naxlex HESI PN EXIT Exam 2

Free Nursing Study Resources

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A reason:

Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) is not a typical symptom of a vaso-occlusive crisis in sickle cell anemia.

Choice B reason:

Pruritus (itching) is not a typical symptom of a vaso-occlusive crisis in sickle cell anemia.

Choice C reason:

Polyuria (excessive urination) is not a typical symptom of a vaso-occlusive crisis in sickle cell anemia.

Choice D reason:

Abdominal pain is a common symptom of a vaso-occlusive crisis in sickle cell anemia. This pain is due to the obstruction of blood flow in the small vessels of the abdomen, leading to tissue

ischemia and pain.

A. Place a urine collection device on the infant until the specimen is obtained. B. Obtain the specimen by swabbing the infant's rectum using a sterile culture swab. C. Maintain the specimen at room temperature after collection until it is transferred to the lab. D. Transfer the specimen to the collection container using povidone-iodine-soaked gauze.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A reason:

Placing a urine collection device on the infant is not an appropriate method for collecting a stool specimen.

Choice B reason:

Obtaining the specimen by swabbing the infant's rectum using a sterile culture swab is the correct method for collecting a stool specimen from an infant.

Choice C reason:

Maintaining the specimen at room temperature is appropriate after collection until it is transferred to the lab. This is standard procedure for many specimens.

Choice D reason:

Using povidone-iodine-soaked gauze is not a standard method for transferring a stool specimen to the collection container.

View Question and Answer

Whether you are a student looking to ace your exams or a practicing nurse seeking to enhance your expertise , our nursing education contents will empower you with the confidence and competence to make a difference in the lives of patients and become a respected leader in the healthcare field.

Visit Naxlex, invest in your future and unlock endless possibilities with our unparalleled nursing education contents today

A nurse is collecting data from an 18-month-old toddler who is postoperative. Which of the following rating scales should the nurse use to identify the toddler's pain level?

Nursing Test Bank

Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams

A nurse is collecting data from a child who has sickle cell anemia and is experiencing a vaso- occlusive crisis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A nurse is planning to collect a stool specimen from an infant to check for the presence of ova and parasites. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parents of a 2-year-old toddler about age-appropriate play activities. Which of the following activities should the nurse recommend?

A nurse is assisting with obtaining informed consent from the parent of a toddler who is scheduled for a surgical procedure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for an adolescent client who has sickle cell anemia and is experiencing a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of parents about adolescent suicide. Which of the following findings poses the highest risk of suicide completion in adolescents?

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a child who has a sprained wrist. Which of the following interventions should the nurse instruct the parent to implement during the first 12 to 24 hr to minimize swelling?

A nurse is reinforcing teaching about accidental drowning with the parents of a toddler. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?

A nurse is caring for a 2-year-old child who has pneumonia and a temperature of 39.4° C (103° F). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A nurse is preparing to collect a blood specimen from a preschooler. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?