A 5-year-old girl is having a checkup before starting kindergarten. The nurse asks her to do the "finger-to-nose" test. What is the nurse testing for?

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A 5-year-old girl is having a checkup before starting kindergarten. The nurse asks her to do the "finger-to-nose" test. What is the nurse testing for?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The nurse is testing the girl's cerebellar function by asking her to do the "finger-to-nose" test. The cerebellum is the part of the brain that plays a crucial role in coordinating movement, balance, and posture. In the finger-to-nose test, the child is asked to touch her own nose and then the nurse's finger repeatedly. A properly functioning cerebellum helps control and coordinate these precise movements. If there are issues with the cerebellar function, the child might have difficulty performing this task accurately, indicating a potential problem with motor coordination and balance.

Question 2 of 5

Constellation of aniridia and hemihypertrophy is strongly associated with increased risk of which of the following tumors?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Aniridia and hemihypertrophy are features of WAGR syndrome, which increases the risk of Wilms tumor.

Question 3 of 5

A preterm newborn has been receiving orogastric feedings of breast milk. The nurse initiates nipple feedings, but the newborn tires easily and has weak sucking and swallowing reflexes. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The most appropriate nursing intervention in this situation is to resume orogastric feedings of breast milk. The newborn is showing signs of fatigue and weak sucking and swallowing reflexes during nipple feedings, indicating that they may not be ready to tolerate full oral feedings yet. By resuming orogastric feedings of breast milk, the newborn can continue to receive nutrition while building strength and coordination for oral feedings. It is important to progress gradually and monitor the newborn's tolerance for oral feedings before attempting nipple feedings again.

Question 4 of 5

The age by which the child can pull to stand, starting to pincer grasp, and plays pat-a-cake is

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: These milestones are typically achieved around 9 months of age.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is assigned to a client with polymyositis. Which expected outcome in the plan of care relates to a potential problem associated with polymyositis?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Polymyositis is a condition that involves inflammation of the muscles, including the muscles involved in swallowing (dysphagia) and breathing. This can lead to a higher risk of aspiration, where food or fluids go into the airway instead of the esophagus. Therefore, monitoring for signs and symptoms of aspiration and ensuring the client exhibits no signs of aspiration are crucial in the care of a client with polymyositis. The other options are not directly related to the potential problems associated with polymyositis and are more general aspects of nursing care.

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