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Pediatric Gi Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 6-month-old infant presents with stridor and respiratory distress. Laryngoscopy shows subglottic narrowing. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Subglottic stenosis features chronic stridor, per AAP. A, B, D, E differ.
Question 2 of 5
The priority nursing action for a child with a seizure is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ensuring safety B by lowering to the floor is the priority, per document p44, .
Question 3 of 5
A 3-month-old infant presents with cyanosis and a murmur. Echocardiogram shows tetralogy of Fallot. The next step is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Surgery corrects tetralogy of Fallot, per AHA. B-E are temporizing.
Question 4 of 5
Parents bring their infant to the clinic seeking treatment for vomiting and diarrhea that has lasted for 2 days. On assessment, the nurse detects dry skin and mucous membranes, and listlessness. What other findings suggests a fluid volume deficit?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sunken eyes and fontanel (
C) indicate fluid volume deficit in infants due to dehydration from fluid loss. Dehydration causes increased pulse (not decreased,
A), decreased BP (not increased,
B), and high specific gravity (not low,
D). Document: 'Signs of fluid volume deficit… include sunken fontanels, increased pulse rate, and decreased blood pressure.'
Question 5 of 5
A 5-month-old with severe diarrhea on IV fluids requires the nurse to observe flow rate to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preventing cardiac overload B is key in infants, per document p16, 5.