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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a 3-month-old infant who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following clinical findings support this diagnosis? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B, C, E

Rationale: High-pitched cry (
B), poor feeding (
C), and vomiting (E) are signs of bacterial meningitis in infants. A depressed fontanelle (
A) suggests dehydration, not meningitis, and Babinski sign (
D) is normal in infants.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse reinforces education to the parent of a child who was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and received a prescription of methylphenidate. Which statement by the parent best demonstrates that teaching has been effective?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Taking methylphenidate before 6:00 PM (
C) prevents sleep disruption, indicating effective teaching. Diet changes (
A), self-management (
B), and no monitoring (
D) are incorrect or incomplete.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client receiving chemotherapy. The client is prescribed filgrastim to improve the function of the immune system. Which finding does the nurse anticipate in response to the medication?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Filgrastim stimulates neutrophil production, so an increase in neutrophil count (
C) is expected. It does not affect uric acid (
A), hemoglobin (
B), or platelets (
D).

Question 4 of 5

Which test for diabetes measures the long-term management of the disease?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) measures average blood glucose over 2-3 months, assessing long-term diabetes control, unlike fasting, tolerance, or finger stick tests, which are short-term.

Question 5 of 5

The clinic nurse evaluates a client who was prescribed lithium therapy a month ago for bipolar disorder. Which client statement would cause the most concern?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Stomach flu (
C) can cause dehydration, increasing lithium toxicity risk, requiring immediate concern. Naps (
A), weight gain (
B), and dry mouth (
D) are less urgent side effects.

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