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Pediatric Research Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the ff diets does the nurse recommend for clients with hypertension under the physicians guidance?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet is recommended by healthcare professionals, including nurses, for clients with hypertension. This diet emphasizes consuming fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products while limiting sodium, saturated fats, and cholesterol. These dietary components are known to help lower blood pressure and improve overall health. The DASH diet has been proven effective in numerous studies and is endorsed by organizations like the American Heart Association for managing hypertension. It is important for clients to follow the DASH diet under the guidance of a physician to ensure it is tailored to their individual needs and health status.
Question 2 of 5
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the use of validated standardized developmental screening tools at three of the health maintenance visits, these are at
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Developmental screenings are recommended at 9, 18, and 30 months.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following would the nurse evaluate as laboratory data that support the occurrence of AIDS?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse would evaluate 200 CD 4+ cells as laboratory data that support the occurrence of AIDS. In patients with AIDS, there is a significant decrease in the CD4+ T-lymphocyte count, typically falling below 200 cells/mm³. This low CD4+ cell count increases the risk of opportunistic infections and indicates severe immune suppression, which is characteristic of AIDS. A CD4+ count of 200 or less is an important criterion for the diagnosis of AIDS according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines.
Question 4 of 5
Immunity to a disease after recovery is possible because the first exposure to the pathogen has stimulated the formation of which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immunity to a disease after recovery is possible because the first exposure to the pathogen has stimulated the formation of memory cells. Memory cells are a type of immune cell that "remembers" the specific pathogen encountered during the initial infection. When the same pathogen tries to infect the individual again, these memory cells quickly recognize the pathogen and mount a faster and stronger immune response, leading to a quicker recovery and preventing the person from getting sick again from the same pathogen. This immune memory is the basis of acquired immunity, providing long-lasting protection against future infections by the same pathogen.
Question 5 of 5
An adolescent patient, who has pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), inquires about the effects of the disease on their ability to bear children. What is the pediatric nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: PID can lead to scarring of the fallopian tubes, increasing the risk of ectopic pregnancy or infertility.