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Pediatric Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
You are meeting a 6-year-old girl who is going to join a primary school. The parents states that their child has some antisocial problems and they have a concern regarding school phobia and attendance. Of the following, the statement about school phobia that should be included in your discussion is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Truancy is highly associated with young children with higher levels of fear, highlighting the need for addressing underlying anxieties.
Question 2 of 5
Potential adverse effects of Depo-provera include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Weight gain is a common side effect of Depo-provera, along with irregular bleeding patterns.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is the function of macrophages and neutrophils?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The function of macrophages and neutrophils is primarily phagocytosis, which is the process of engulfing and digesting pathogens such as bacteria, virus-infected cells, and cellular debris. Phagocytosis is a crucial defense mechanism of the immune system as it helps eliminate harmful invaders and promote tissue repair. Macrophages and neutrophils play key roles in innate immunity by recognizing, ingesting, and destroying pathogens to protect the body from infections.
Question 4 of 5
The organ most seriously affected by secondary amyloidosis in patients with familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kidney involvement due to amyloid deposition is the most serious complication in FMF.
Question 5 of 5
What is the best description of anorexia nervosa?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Anorexia nervosa is a serious eating disorder characterized by a persistent restriction of food intake, leading to significantly low body weight. Individuals with anorexia have an intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat, despite being underweight. The disorder results in severe weight loss due to excessive dieting, exercising, or other behaviors to control weight. It is not caused by a posterior pituitary disorder, nor is it limited to a specific gender or socioeconomic group.