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Pediatric Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of neonatal jaundice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cardiomyopathy is not a complication of neonatal jaundice. The primary risks associated with jaundice, particularly if untreated, include kernicterus, neurological damage, and hearing loss.
Question 2 of 5
Regarding Hodgkin's disease, all the following are true Except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hodgkin's lymphoma is usually localized to lymph nodes, while Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma has more frequent extranodal spread.
Question 3 of 5
After intubation and resuscitation, the patient in Question 8 remains limp but appears aware and looks around, although the baby does not cry when the toes are pinched This most likely diagnosis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Congenital myasthenia gravis can present with generalized weakness and lack of crying despite awareness
Question 4 of 5
A 2-year-old child is found playing with a can of crystalline drain cleaner. There are several crystals in the mouth, which you have the mother wash out. Treatment should be to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alkaline substances like drain cleaner can cause severe esophageal burns. Immediate administration of water or milk to dilute the substance and esophagoscopy to assess damage are necessary.
Question 5 of 5
The parents of a 12-month-old child ask the nurse if the child can eat hot dogs as do their other children. The nurse's reply should be based on which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hot dogs are of a consistency, diameter, and round shape that may cause complete obstruction of the child's airway. If given to young children, the hot dog should be cut into small irregular pieces rather than served whole.