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Free Pediatric CCRN Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Nearly all cervical carcinomas contain human papillomavirus (HPV). Which of the following types is never associated with such malignancy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: HPV type 6 is typically associated with low-grade lesions and genital warts, not cervical carcinoma.
Question 2 of 5
The following are known to be causes of hepatitis except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver, and it can be caused by viruses, toxins, or chemicals and drugs. Bacteria, however, do not typically cause hepatitis. Common viral causes of hepatitis include hepatitis A, B, and C. Toxins like alcohol and certain medications, as well as exposure to chemicals, can also lead to hepatitis. Therefore, bacteria are not considered one of the primary causes of hepatitis.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is drawing blood from the diabetic patient for a glycosylated hemoglobin test. She explains to the woman that the test is used to determine:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. The glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) test is used to determine the average glucose levels over the past several months (approximately 2-3 months). This test measures the amount of glucose that has been bound to hemoglobin in red blood cells, providing an indication of the patient's overall blood sugar control. This is particularly important for diabetic patients, as it helps healthcare providers assess the effectiveness of the management plan and make necessary adjustments to prevent complications associated with high blood sugar levels over time. The other options provided do not accurately describe what the glycosylated hemoglobin test measures.
Question 4 of 5
You are meeting with parents of a 12-year-old girl who recently diagnosed with papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC). The statement that should be included in your discussion is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Levothyroxine suppression therapy is standard in differentiated thyroid cancer.
Question 5 of 5
Which assessment finding would prompt the Rn to suspect compartment syndrome in a patient with a long leg cast?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Compartment syndrome is a serious condition that can occur when increased pressure within a muscle compartment impairs blood supply, leading to tissue ischemia and potential necrosis. Symptoms of compartment syndrome include severe, unrelieved pain that is disproportionate to the injury, as well as pain with passive stretch of the affected muscles. This pain is often described as deep, constant, and out of proportion to physical findings. Other signs that may indicate compartment syndrome include pallor, pulselessness, paresthesia, and paralysis, but the most specific and early sign is severe, unrelieved pain. While weak movement of the patient's toes and decreased pedal pulses can also be seen in compartment syndrome, they are not as specific or early indicators as severe, unrelieved pain.