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Pediatric Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Stimulant drugs are useful for hyperactivity and inattention associated with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Of the following, the BEST response of these drugs is seen with
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Children with Asperger syndrome may benefit more from stimulants due to their relatively preserved cognitive abilities.
Question 2 of 5
A 6-year-old girl complains of recurrent attacks of headache over the past 6 months; she has a fear of having brain tumor in spite of normal clinical and radiological findings; she has an underlying depression disorder. Of the following, the MOST likely diagnosis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypochondriasis involves excessive worry about having a serious illness despite evidence to the contrary, which fits the described case.
Question 3 of 5
In giving health instructions, the nurse should infrom the client about the risk fsctors associated with coronary artery disease. Which of the following controllable risk factors is closely linked to the development of MI?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High cholesterol levels are closely linked to the development of myocardial infarction (MI), also known as a heart attack. Elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood can lead to the buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries, causing atherosclerosis. This buildup can restrict blood flow to the heart muscle, potentially resulting in a heart attack. Managing and controlling cholesterol levels through lifestyle changes and medications can help reduce the risk of MI.
Question 4 of 5
All the following are long-term complications of intravenous cyclophosphamide EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: While bladder cancer is a recognized complication, it is less common compared to bone marrow suppression, leukemia, and infertility.
Question 5 of 5
Clinicians' tools needed to recognize early symptoms of mental disorders are called 'Mental Health Action Signs'. All the following are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Feeling very sad or withdrawn for more than 2 months is part of the Mental Health Action Signs, but the phrase 'for more than 2 months' is not accurate as symptoms lasting 2 weeks can already be significant.