Pediatric Nursing (Exam Two) Flashcards
Renal function is not completely mature until approximately what age?
2 years of age
Babies should void within how many hours following birth?
2 hours
What is the most common bacterial cause of urinary tract infections (UTI)?
E. coli
A 16-year-old female is being seen at the clinical for a urinary tract infection (UTI). What question should the nurse ask during her assessment of the patient?
Are you sexually active?
How are urinary analysis’ obtained in a child less than 6 months of age?
Straight catheter
What education should the nurse provide to the parents or caregivers of a child with a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
- Wipe front to back
- Minimal bubble baths
- Wear cotton underwear
- Void frequently
List the common signs and symptoms of a urinary tract infection in the pediatric population.
- Urgency
- Dysuria
- Fever
- Enuresis
Urine nitrites are ________ diagnostic of urinary tract infections (UTI)?
A. Usually not
B. Almost always
C. Always
D. Never
B. Almost always
What condition is considered the most common pathological finding in children with urinary tract infections (UTI)?
Vesicoureteral reflux
What education should the nurse provide to the parents or caregivers of a child with vesicoureteral reflux?
Prophylactic antibiotic compliance
What comorbidities put a pediatric patient at an increased risk for developing nephrolithiasis?
- Diabetes
- Individuals with one kidney
What diagnostic study is used to diagnose nephrolithiasis?
24-hour urine collection
A pediatric patient is admitted to the hospital with nephrolithiasis. When would the nurse start prepping this patient for surgery?
- Major decrease in urinary output
* Do NOT wait until there is no urinary output
