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Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
Regarding sodium homeostasis, what is the volume of distribution of sodium?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sodium is primarily distributed in extracellular fluid, with a volume of distribution of about 0.6 times total body weight, including interstitial and intravascular compartments.
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
Major Depressive disorder (MDD) is being increasingly seen in offspring of depressed parents; it has many forms that may be seen in the same family. Of the following, the MOST common depressive disorder in children and adolescent is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adjustment disorder with depressed mood is more common in children and adolescents due to their vulnerability to stressors.
Question 4 of 5
In pica disorder, which statement is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pica disorder involves eating non-food items like clay or dirt. While it can occur in younger children, it is not necessarily fatal and may co-occur with other conditions but is distinct.
Question 5 of 5
Witnessing violence, community violence, and media violence all are detrimental to children as it increases the impact of violence. All the following adverse effects can be increased by increasing the impact of violence EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cyberbullying is a separate issue not directly caused by witnessing violence. Other options are well-documented consequences of exposure to violence.