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Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 4th Edition Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which is descriptive of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Option B is descriptive of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Manifestations of ADHD can significantly impact the child's life, but are most noticeable in the classroom setting. Children with ADHD may struggle with paying attention, staying organized, controlling impulsive behavior, and following instructions in the school environment. While symptoms can also affect other areas of life, such as social interactions and familial relationships, they are typically most prominently displayed in the structured school setting, making it easier to recognize and diagnose the disorder.
Question 2 of 5
Prenatal screening is recommended for all pregnant women to detect neural tube defect. If a neural tube defect is present, one of the following is often elevated
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) levels are elevated in maternal serum when a neural tube defect is present due to fetal leakage of AFP into the amniotic fluid and maternal circulation.
Question 3 of 5
Which finding requires immediate attention in a child with glomerulonephritis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A severe headache with photophobia may indicate hypertensive encephalopathy; this requires prompt evaluation.
Question 4 of 5
A mother requests that her child receive the varicella vaccine at the 9-month checkup. The nurse's best response is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The varicella vaccine is typically not given until the child is 12 months or older.
Question 5 of 5
The child who can transfers object from hand to hand and babbles has achieved the developmental age of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Transferring objects and babbling typically occur around 6 months.