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Pediatric Research Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The LEAST important advice for a 2-month-old baby with excessive crying is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Changing formula may not address refusal due to developmental factors.
Question 2 of 5
In addition to weakness and fatigue, which of the following problems should the nurse expect Aisa to exhibit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In addition to weakness and fatigue, the nurse should expect Aisa to exhibit an increased pulse rate. Weakness and fatigue are common symptoms of anemia, a condition characterized by a decrease in the number of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood. Anemia can lead to the heart working harder to pump oxygen-rich blood to the body, resulting in an increased pulse rate. Therefore, it is important for the nurse to assess for signs of tachycardia (elevated heart rate) in a patient with anemia.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing breast cancer education at a community facility. The American Cancer Society recommends that women get with mammograms:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The American Cancer Society recommends that women get yearly mammograms starting at age 40. This is because regular mammograms are the best way to detect breast cancer early when it's most treatable. Women at an average risk of breast cancer are advised to undergo yearly mammograms starting at age 40. Early detection through regular screening can help improve the chances of successful treatment and increase survival rates. It's important to follow these guidelines to ensure early detection and timely treatment of breast cancer.
Question 4 of 5
When doing the first assessment of a male newborn, the nurse notes that the scrotum is large, edematous, and pendulous. This should be interpreted as a(n):
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A hydrocele presents as a fluid-filled sac surrounding the testes within the scrotum. In newborns, it is a common finding due to the open connection between the peritoneal cavity and the scrotum that may allow fluid to accumulate. This can result in a large, edematous, and pendulous scrotum. Hydroceles are usually benign and tend to resolve on their own within the first year of life. In contrast, the absence of testes (cryptorchidism) would be identified as the inability to palpate the testes in the scrotum or inguinal canal. An inguinal hernia would present as a bulge in the inguinal area caused by a loop of intestine protruding through a weak spot in the abdominal wall.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with a history of endocarditis is undergoing a bowel resection. The nurse explains that the prophylactic antibiotics prevent which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prophylactic antibiotics are given to prevent the recurrence or complications of endocarditis in patients with a history of the condition. Endocarditis is an infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves. One of the serious complications of endocarditis is the formation of vegetative emboli, which are clusters of bacteria and fibrin that can break off and travel through the bloodstream, potentially causing blockages in various organs. By preventing endocarditis, the antibiotics also help reduce the risk of vegetative emboli formation during surgical procedures or other situations where bacteria may enter the bloodstream. Therefore, the nurse's explanation to the patient about the prophylactic antibiotics is focused on preventing complications related to endocarditis, including the formation of vegetative emboli.