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Pediatric Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Clinicians' tools needed to recognize early symptoms of mental disorders are called 'Mental Health Action Signs'. All the following are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Feeling very sad or withdrawn for more than 2 months is part of the Mental Health Action Signs, but the phrase 'for more than 2 months' is not accurate as symptoms lasting 2 weeks can already be significant.
Question 2 of 5
Parents tell the nurse that their child keeps scratching the areas where he has poison ivy. The nurse's response should be based on which knowledge?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Scratching the lesions caused by poison ivy may result in them becoming secondarily infected. It is important to advise against scratching the affected areas to prevent the introduction of bacteria from under the fingernails or through broken skin, which can lead to infection. This can complicate the initial skin irritation caused by the poison ivy rash. Encouraging the child to avoid scratching and keeping the affected areas clean can help prevent secondary infections and promote healing.
Question 3 of 5
A delayed onset of respiratory symptoms after exposure is characteristic of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phosgene exposure leads to delayed pulmonary edema and respiratory symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
Which manifestations are expected in the early stages of acute hepatitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The early (anicteric) phase of hepatitis is characterized by nonspecific symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and malaise.
Question 5 of 5
Associated anomalies have been reported in up to 30% of congenital diaphragmatic hernia cases; these include the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: CNS lesions are not commonly associated with congenital diaphragmatic hernia. The other anomalies are frequently seen in conjunction with CDH.