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Pediatric Gi Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 9
Children with diabetes mellitus present with a classic triad of symptoms. Select ONE that does not apply:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diabetes mellitus presents with polyuria (A, excessive urination), polydipsia (B, thirst), and polyphagia (C, hunger) due to glucose imbalance. Polyalgia (D) is not a symptom. Document: 'Classic triad… polydipsia, polyphagia, and polyuria.'
Question 2 of 9
A 3-year-old girl presents with fever and a stiff neck. CSF shows acid-fast bacilli. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TB meningitis features stiff neck and acid-fast bacilli, per CDC. A, B, D, E differ in CSF.
Question 3 of 9
Which nursing action is most appropriate to minimize stress for a pediatric patient who will have a planned hospitalization for a tonsillectomy and his or her family?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A tour reduces stress by familiarizing the child and family with the environment, more effective than vague reassurances (A, C) or explanations alone .
Question 4 of 9
A newborn failed to pass meconium within the first 24 hours of life. Physical examination reveals abdominal distension and a palpable mass in the left lower quadrant. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hirschsprung disease fits delayed meconium and a mass from stool retention, per AAP. A, B, D, E differ.
Question 5 of 9
The nurse should suspect tetanus if a child has
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle stiffness B is a hallmark of tetanus, per document p30, 4.
Question 6 of 9
A 6-year-old girl in sickle cell crisis requires priority nursing concerns of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hydration and pain management A are urgent in sickle cell crisis, per document p5, 7.
Question 7 of 9
The nurse explained how to position an infant with tetralogy of Fallot if the infant suddenly becomes cyanotic. The nurse can determine the father understood the instructions when he states 'If the baby turns blue, I will:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Knee-chest position (D) relieves cyanotic spells in tetralogy of Fallot by increasing systemic resistance. Other positions (A, B, C) are ineffective. Document: 'The infant should be placed in a knee-chest position.'
Question 8 of 9
A 1-year-old girl presents with recurrent pneumonia and steatorrhea. Sweat chloride test is positive. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cystic fibrosis fits pneumonia and positive sweat test, per CFF. A, B, D, E differ.
Question 9 of 9
The nurse suggests which herb that is used for discomforts associated with menopause, such as hot flashes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Black cohosh (C) reduces menopausal hot flashes by lowering luteinizing hormone. Primrose (A) aids skin, echinacea (B) immunity, and milk thistle (D) liver. Document: 'Black cohosh diminishes hot flashes… [and] other menopausal discomforts.'