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PN Pediatric Nursing 2023 Proctored Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should suspect dehydration if an infant has
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sunken eyes A indicate dehydration, per document p60, 6.
Question 2 of 5
The Ballard assessment, often called the Dubowitz, is a tool that measures:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gestational age C is measured by the Ballard/Dubowitz tool, per document 5.
Question 3 of 5
A 4-year-old with a head injury should have
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All D assess head injury, per document p54, 1.
Question 4 of 5
Most common cause of massive hemoptysis in patients with cystic fibrosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bronchial artery bleeding causes massive hemoptysis in cystic fibrosis, per CFF, due to eroded vessels. A, C-E are less likely.
Question 5 of 5
Which commonly used herb in pediatrics is thought to reduce anxiety?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Kava kava (
B) reduces anxiety in pediatrics. Licorice (
A) treats asthma, Siete Jarabes (
C) is an expectorant, and Psyllium (
D) aids constipation. Document: 'Kava kava… is thought to reduce anxiety.'