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Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
Causes of hormonal rhinitis include all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exercise does not contribute to hormonal rhinitis, which is typically associated with hormonal imbalances from conditions such as pregnancy, thyroid dysfunction, or systemic diseases.
Question 2 of 5
A newborn is delivered at 30 weeks gestation and requires respiratory support. Which intervention is most effective in preventing respiratory distress syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Surfactant replacement therapy is the most effective treatment for respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in preterm infants, reducing alveolar collapse and improving gas exchange. It is often given via endotracheal tube soon after birth.
Question 3 of 5
A head-injured 4-year-old patient, who opens eyes to painful stimulus, is confused, and withdraws from pain. His Glasgow coma score is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Glasgow Coma Score is calculated as Eye Opening (2) + Verbal Response (4) + Motor Response (4) = 10, indicating moderate head injury.
Question 4 of 5
The most likely diagnosis of the patient in Question 5 is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is suggested by snoring, daytime sleepiness, and enlarged tonsils, whereas tonsillitis or abscess would present with additional signs of infection.
Question 5 of 5
You are treating a 6-year-old child who survived drowning after prolonged CPR. The mother asks about the possibility of full neurological recovery. The BEST response is that it is possible if the child regains full consciousness within:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The likelihood of full neurological recovery in drowning victims is high if full consciousness is regained within 24 hours, as prolonged unconsciousness increases the risk of long-term neurological deficits.