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Pediatrics Baby Fell off Bed Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which laboratory test value is elevated in clients who smoke and can't be used as a general indicator of cancer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alkaline phosphatase level is elevated in clients who smoke due to various reasons unrelated to cancer. Smoking leads to increased alkaline phosphatase production in the liver, and elevated levels can be attributed to liver damage caused by smoking. However, a high alkaline phosphatase level alone cannot be used as a general indicator of cancer because it is not specific to cancer and can be influenced by several other factors. Therefore, it is not a reliable marker for the presence of cancer in individuals who smoke or in the general population.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assigned to a client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). When handling the client's blood and body fluids, the nurse uses standard precautions, which include:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Standard precautions are infection control practices designed to prevent transmission of diseases like AIDS. When handling a client's blood and body fluids, it is important to use standard precautions. Wearing gloves to empty a bedpan is an appropriate practice to prevent direct contact with blood and body fluids. This helps protect the nurse from exposure to infectious agents. Other options like wearing a gown, gloves, and protective eyewear for obtaining a urine specimen via catheterization or disposing of needles uncapped do not align with standard precautions for handling blood and body fluids in a client with AIDS. Similarly, wearing gloves when applying eyedrops is not necessary for preventing transmission of bloodborne pathogens in this context.
Question 3 of 5
The normal range of hemoglobin in the blood of an adult:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The normal range of hemoglobin in the blood of an adult is typically between 12-18 grams per deciliter (g/dL). Hemoglobin is a protein found in red blood cells that is responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the tissues in the body. Having an adequate level of hemoglobin is essential for proper oxygen delivery throughout the body. Values outside of the normal range may indicate anemia (low hemoglobin levels) or other underlying health conditions. It's important to consult a healthcare provider for interpretation of specific hemoglobin test results.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following symptoms is a classic sign of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect various organs in the body. One of the classic signs of SLE is the presence of a facial rash in the shape of a butterfly over the cheeks and bridge of the nose. This rash is known as a malar rash and is often one of the first visible symptoms of the disease. Weight loss and difficulty urinating are not typical signs of SLE.
Question 5 of 5
Which laboratory study is monitored for the patient receiving heparin therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The laboratory study monitored for a patient receiving heparin therapy is the Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT). Heparin is an anticoagulant medication that works by inhibiting clot formation. PTT measures the intrinsic pathway of the coagulation cascade, which is affected by heparin administration. Monitoring the PTT helps ensure that the patient's blood is at the appropriate level of anticoagulation and reduces the risk of bleeding or clot formation.