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    Ati Rn 54 Paediatrics Unit 5 ( Fresno City College) Proctored Exam

    Which cue in the clinic visit note does the pediatric nurse identify as the greatest concern?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: House is older and currently undergoing renovations: Older homes commonly contain lead-based paint, and renovation activities can release hazardous lead dust into the home. A 2-year-old child is at the highest risk for hand-to-mouth ingestion and neurological vulnerability. Lead poisoning can occur even without visible symptoms and can cause irreversible cognitive, behavioral, and developmental impairment. Millie is very active and mimics her parents: High activity levels, pretend play, and imitation are expected developmental behaviors for a 2-year-old. These cues do not indicate a safety risk or developmental abnormality and instead reflect age-appropriate gross motor and social development. Millie is a picky eater who eats table foods: Picky eating is common at age 2 due to toddler autonomy, slower growth rate, and fluctuating appetite. While nutritional counseling is appropriate, it does not pose an immediate health danger compared to environmental toxin exposure. Millie sleeps in a toddler bed and shares a room with her 4-year-old sister: Both room-sharing and sleeping in a toddler bed are typical and safe arrangements for a child of this age when the sleep environment is childproofed. There is no direct safety hazard associated with siblings sharing a room. Medications and cleaning products stored in a high, locked cabinet: This storage method reflects appropriate household safety precautions that reduce the risk of accidental ingestion. Although poison control safety is important, the parent’s method shows good preventive practice.

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