NUR 201, FA 2019

Exam #2 Exam Study Blueprint for_Pediatrics

Multiple Choice: 46 Number

Select ALL That Apply: 2 of
Medication Calculation: 2
Test Questions
Unit 2 - Growth & Development: Concepts include the stages of development, biologic growth & physical
development, theoretical foundations of development, use of play, and an introduction to genetics & genomics.

Discuss aspects of growth and development for the newborn through adolescence. 4

Describe the following basic patterns in growth and development: 2

directional trends, sequential trends, developmental pace and sensitive periods.

Discuss the types of and functions of play in a child’s development. 2

List the chief developmental changes – biologic, cognitive, psychosocial, motor control and 3
language development from birth to adolescence.

Apply the nursing process to care of the pediatric population and families. 5

Unit 2 - Assessment of the Child & Family: Concepts include communication, health history, nutritional
assessment, physical exam, atraumatic care, pain assessment & management and cultural considerations.

Describe strategies useful for effective communication with children of different age groups. 2

Recognize “normal” values for B/P, temperature, pulse and respirations in various age groups. 2

Identify correct sequencing for physical assessment of a child. 1

Discuss growth measurements in children. 2

Describe age-appropriate methods of assessing a child. 1

Describe the art of pediatric nursing. 1

Discuss pain assessment in the pediatric population. 2

Unit 2 - Pediatric Nursing Considerations: Concepts include family centered care, nursing care of the
child, nursing care of the family, legal issues, adaptation to common nursing procedures, pre/postoperative care,
medication administration, and nutrition.

Discuss and apply the principles of family centered care. 2

Discuss circumstances in which a minor is emancipated and can legally give his/her own 1
informed consent.
Discuss guidelines used in the preparation of children and their families for hospitalization 2
of the child.
Describe sibling reaction to the hospitalization of a child in the family. 1
Discuss the use of play as a preparatory method for children’s procedures. 2

Identify age-appropriate nursing strategies when providing care to children (medication 2

administration, specimen collection, & assessment techniques).
Identify and discuss nutritional needs of children and apply nursing strategies to support 1
proper nutrition for children.
Unit 2 –Endocrine Dysfunction in Children: Concepts include pediatric Considerations, Growth Hormone
Deficiency, Precocious Puberty, Cushing’s Syndrome, Addison’s Disease and Type 1 (Juvenile) Diabetes. (10)

Describe the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of the endocrine system 4

dysfunction seen in children.
Identify appropriate management & nursing strategies (assessment/intervention, 3
medication, nutrition, and patient education) for children affected by endocrine
conditions.
Recognize complications of juvenile diabetes. 1

Describe management of juvenile diabetes. 1

Develop a teaching plan for the child with endocrine dysfunction. 1

Math Calculations 2

Total number of questions for Exam #2: 50