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Pediatric Emergency Nursing PICO Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Small round blue cell tumors refer to all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Osteosarcoma does not typically fall under the category of small round blue cell tumors.
Question 2 of 5
Hypernatremia is associated with a:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypernatremia is defined as an elevated serum sodium level above 145mEq/L. In this case, a serum sodium level of 150mEq/L indicates hypernatremia. The other options, serum osmolality of 245mOsm/kg and urine specific gravity below 1.003, are not specific criteria for the diagnosis of hypernatremia. The primary marker used for diagnosing hypernatremia is an elevated serum sodium level.
Question 3 of 5
Wilma knew that James have an adequate respiratory condition if she notices that
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An adequate respiratory condition can be indicated by a normal respiratory rate. The normal adult respiratory rate typically ranges from 12 to 20 breaths per minute. In this case, if James' respiratory rate is 18, it falls within the normal range and would suggest that his respiratory condition is adequate. Oxygen saturation levels and the presence of blood suction or secretions are important factors to consider as well, but directly assessing the respiratory rate provides a more immediate indication of respiratory status.
Question 4 of 5
Which medication is most likely included in post-operative care of a child with repair of bladder exstrophy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxybutynin helps control bladder spasms and improves comfort after urinary reconstructive surgery.
Question 5 of 5
A 2 years old girl presents with blue discoloration of nails and lips. On examination she is cyanosed and clubbed, heart auscultation reveals a short systolic murmur at left upper sternal border. The most likely diagnosis is?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tetralogy of Fallot typically causes cyanosis, clubbing, and a systolic murmur due to right-to-left shunting.