Reference no: EM133656243

Questions

1. A single mother brings her 4-month-old child to the health clinic for a well-child visit. The child does not meet expected physical growth milestones, and the mother reports difficulty affording formula.

a. What impact can socioeconomic status have on the growth and development of children?

b. In comparison to birth weight and length, what physical growth changes would you expect for this child?

c. What referrals and resources should the nurse make for this family?

2. A 4-month-old child comes to the clinic for a scheduled well-child visit. The nurse is preparing educational materials for the caregivers.

a. What is anticipatory guidance and how is it used in the pediatric setting?

b. What would you include when planning anticipatory guidance for this family?

c. What teaching strategies could you use to ensure that the caregivers understand the information?

3. A 6-month-old presents to the emergency department with symptoms of respiratory distress related to bronchiolitis.

a. Describe the difference between respiratory distress and respiratory failure. What assessment findings would indicate progression of respiratory distress?

b. Describe the anatomical differences between the adult and pediatric respiratory systems. How do these differences predispose children to respiratory conditions?