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Fluid Maintenance Pediatrics Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
In order to educate clients, the nurse should understand that the most common site of cancer for a female is the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The most common site of cancer for a female is the uterine cervix. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide. It is primarily caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection. Regular Pap smears can help detect precancerous changes in the cervix early, making it a preventable and treatable cancer if caught early. It is important for nurses to educate their clients on the importance of routine screenings and HPV vaccination to prevent cervical cancer.
Question 2 of 5
A 19 y.o. student develops trigeminal neuralgia. Which of the ff. actions will most likely aggravate her pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Trigeminal neuralgia is a condition characterized by sudden and severe facial pain caused by irritation or damage to the trigeminal nerve. Trigeminal neuralgia pain is often triggered by certain activities that stimulate the nerve, such as eating, talking, or brushing teeth. The act of chewing and ingesting food can put pressure on the trigeminal nerve, leading to increased pain for individuals suffering from trigeminal neuralgia. Therefore, eating is most likely to aggravate the pain in a 19-year-old student with trigeminal neuralgia.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following malignancies is least likely to occur in a 10-month-old infant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hepatoblastoma is rare in infants under 1 year old, being more common in toddlers.
Question 4 of 5
A 16-year-old, 165-pound patient reports consuming 20-40 325-mg capsules containing acetaminophen 1 hour ago. You should
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Activated charcoal can help reduce absorption of acetaminophen, and plasma levels should be measured 4 hours post-ingestion to assess toxicity using the nomogram.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the ff is an initial sign or symptom of acute bronchitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An initial sign or symptom of acute bronchitis is a nonproductive cough. This type of cough produces little to no phlegm or sputum. As the condition progresses, the cough may become productive, with the production of thick yellow or green mucus. Other common symptoms of acute bronchitis may include chest discomfort, fatigue, mild fever, and sore throat. Labored breathing is more commonly associated with conditions such as pneumonia or asthma, while anorexia and gastric ulceration are not typically initial signs of acute bronchitis.