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Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
Diastolic dysfunction and normal systolic function are recognized features of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy primarily affects diastolic function, impairing ventricular filling despite normal systolic contraction.
Question 2 of 5
Predictors of poor outcome across several studies in Kawasaki disease (KD) include all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Old age is not a recognized predictor of poor outcome in KD.
Question 3 of 5
All the following are considered as risk factors for asthma morbidity and mortality EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Male gender, rather than female, is a known risk factor for asthma morbidity and mortality, particularly in childhood.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is interviewing the father of 10-month-old Megan. She is playing on the floor when she notices an electric outlet and reaches up to touch it. Her father says no firmly and removes her from near the outlet. The nurse should use this opportunity to teach the father that Megan:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: By age 10 months, children are able to associate meaning with words. In this scenario, Megan is old enough to understand the word "no" and the father's use of verbal and physical cues to alert her to dangerous situations is appropriate and effective.
Question 5 of 5
A normal platelet count with prolonged bleeding time is seen in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Von Willebrand disease leads to prolonged bleeding time due to defective platelet adhesion despite a normal platelet count.