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Certified Pediatric Nurse Exam Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Undescended testis is a risk factor for the development of which of the following tumors?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Undescended testis is a well-documented risk factor for yolk sac tumors and other testicular cancers.
Question 2 of 5
The Denver II assesses the development of children from birth to 6 years of age, it includes the following domains EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Denver II does not specifically assess intelligence.
Question 3 of 5
The physical abuse of children by parents affects children of all ages. It is estimated that 1% to 2% of children are physically abused during childhood and that significant number of them are fatally injured each year. Of the following, the second LEADING cause of mortality from physical abuse is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Head trauma is a leading cause of mortality in abused children, as it can result in severe brain damage or death.
Question 4 of 5
Mr. RR is being prepared for surgery. Nursing care would include:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nursing care for a patient being prepared for surgery includes conducting a careful assessment of neurologic signs to establish baseline data for post-operative care. Assessing the patient's neurologic status preoperatively is important for early detection of any post-operative complications such as changes in consciousness, sensation, or movement. This baseline data will be used to monitor and evaluate the patient's recovery and response to the surgery, anesthesia, and post-operative care interventions. Planning activities, administering enemas, and explaining post-operative complications are also important aspects of nursing care but assessing neurologic signs is the priority in this scenario.
Question 5 of 5
Hemangiomas are the most common benign tumors of infancy, occurring more in full-term infants. Of the following, the most common risk factor of development of hemangioma is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Female infants are at higher risk for developing hemangiomas.