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Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
All the following are true regarding Juvenile Ankylosing Spondylitis (JAS) in comparison with Adult-Onset Ankylosing Spondylitis (AOAS) EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Axial disease tends to occur later in JAS compared to AOAS.
Question 2 of 5
Regarding foreign body aspiration, one of the following statements is not true:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: History alone is not always reliable. Many cases of F.B. aspiration present with subtle or delayed symptoms, requiring imaging and bronchoscopy for confirmation.
Question 3 of 5
All of the following may increase plasma levels of theophylline EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Smoking marijuana does not increase theophylline levels, while the other options can inhibit its metabolism, leading to increased levels.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following would be the best play activity for a 6-month-old infant to provide tactile stimulation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Splashing in the bath provides tactile stimulation for a 6-month-old infant as they can feel the water, enhancing their sensory experience.
Question 5 of 5
A 15-month-old male child with failure to thrive, diarrhea, and fatty stool. Of the following, the MOST common possible cause of his illness is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Malabsorption is the leading cause of failure to thrive with diarrhea and fatty stools, often due to celiac disease or other digestive disorders. Intestinal parasites and milk protein intolerance are less common causes in this age group.