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Question 1 of 5

When explaining to the parents of a child with a hydrocele about the possible cause of the condition, the nurse bases this explanation on the interpretation that a hydrocele is most likely the result of which condition?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Patent processus vaginalis leads to fluid collection.

Question 2 of 5

Several high-school seniors are referred to the school nurse because of suspected alcohol misuse. When the nurse assesses the situation, what would be most important to determine?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Understanding the reasons for alcohol use helps address underlying issues and tailor interventions.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following assessment findings should alert the nurse to suspect appendicitis in a male adolescent complaining of severe abdominal pain?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Decreased bowel sounds suggest appendicitis due to peritoneal irritation.

Question 4 of 5

While assessing a preschooler brought by her parents to the emergency department after ingestion of kerosene, the nurse should be alert for which of the following?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Kerosene ingestion often causes chemical pneumonitis due to aspiration risk. Uremia, hepatitis, and carditis are not common complications.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse explains to the parents of a 1-year-old child admitted to the hospital in sickle cell crisis that the local tissue damage the child has on admission is caused by which of the following?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: In sickle cell crisis, sickle-shaped red blood cells obstruct blood flow, leading to inadequate tissue perfusion and infarction, causing local tissue damage.

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