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Pediatric Endocrine Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Laboratory findings in hypoparathyroidism include the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevated alkaline phosphatase (C) is not typical in hypoparathyroidism; it’s seen in rickets or bone disease.
Question 2 of 5
Patients with autoimmune Addison disease must be closely observed for the development of other autoimmune disorders. Of the following, the MOST commonly associated disorder in children is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Type 1 diabetes mellitus (D) is the most common autoimmune comorbidity in pediatric Addison disease.
Question 3 of 5
In older children with Cushing syndrome, in addition to obesity, a common early manifestation is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Short stature (B) is an early sign in pediatric Cushing syndrome due to growth suppression.
Question 4 of 5
Congenital hypogonadotropic hypogonadism include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Laurence-Moon-Biedl syndrome (E) includes hypogonadotropic hypogonadism; A and B are gonadal issues.
Question 5 of 5
All prepubertal gynecomastia cases, as well as pubertal cases with suspicious features, should be investigated. Of the following, the initial laboratory evaluation should include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Thyroid function tests (D) are initial to rule out hyperthyroidism in gynecomastia evaluation.