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Pediatric CCRN Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Although most relapses in children with Wilms tumor occur early (within 2 yr of diagnosis) and have a favorable outcome, about 15% suffer relapse. Relapse includes all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Anaplastic histology is associated with a poorer prognosis and is not typically associated with favorable relapse outcomes.
Question 2 of 5
Metabolic derangement secondary to tumor lysis syndrome in children includes all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypernatremia is not typically associated with tumor lysis syndrome, whereas hyperuricemia, hyperkalemia, and hyperphosphatemia are common.
Question 3 of 5
At a public health fair, the nurse teaches a group of women about breast cancer awareness. Possible signs of breast cancer include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Possible signs of breast cancer include nipple discharge (especially if it is bloody) and a breast nodule or lump that can be felt. It is important to note any changes in the breasts and report them to a healthcare provider for evaluation. Fever, breast changes during menstruation, and erythema of the breast are not typically associated with breast cancer. It is essential for women to perform regular breast self-exams and seek medical attention if they notice any unusual changes in their breast tissue.
Question 4 of 5
Although the etiology of hepatoblastoma is unknown, there are many associated risk factors for development of hepatoblastoma EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hepatitis C infection is not a recognized risk factor for hepatoblastoma.
Question 5 of 5
A 5-year old girl presents to ER with fever, convulsions and unconsciousness of one day duration. On examination she is pale, Glasgow coma scale is 8 and there are no signs of meningial irritation and no focal neurological signs. The most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cerebral malaria can cause fever, seizures, altered consciousness, and normal cerebrospinal fluid findings without focal neurological signs.