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FNP Pediatric Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A child is brought to your clinic for a routine exam. She can dress with help, can ride a tricycle, knows her own age, and can speak in short sentences. She had difficulty in copying a square. The age of this child is most likely:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: At 3 years, children typically have the ability to dress with assistance, ride a tricycle, know their age, and speak in short sentences. Copying a square usually occurs later, around 4 years of age.
Question 2 of 5
Basic principles of healthy sleep hygiene include all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Heavy meals before bedtime can disrupt sleep.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is not a criterion for a valid informed consent that a nurse should identify?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Coercion should not be involved in obtaining informed consent as it undermines the voluntary nature of the decision-making process. Informed consent should be freely given by the patient without any form of pressure or manipulation. The other criteria for valid informed consent that a nurse should identify include that it is freely given, includes an explanation of procedures, and describes the alternatives available to the patient.
Question 4 of 5
You are meeting parents of a 5-year-old boy; the mother is wondering about the normal sexual behavior of her child. Of the following, the sexual behavior that is considered HIGHLY unusual in this age group is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Imitating adult sexual behaviors is highly unusual and concerning in young children, suggesting possible exposure to inappropriate content or experiences.
Question 5 of 5
A client with cancer is scheduled for radiation therapy. The nurse knows that radiation at any treatment site may cause a certain adverse effect. Therefore, the nurse should prepare the client to expect:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Radiation therapy works by targeting rapidly dividing cells in the body, which includes not only cancer cells but also healthy cells. Hair loss, also known as alopecia, is a common side effect of radiation therapy because the hair follicles are fast-growing cells that can be affected by the radiation. The extent of hair loss can vary depending on the dose and area of the body being treated. It is essential for nurses to prepare clients for the possibility of hair loss during radiation therapy and provide support and information on managing this side effect.