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Question 1 of 5

When discussing the onset of adolescence with parents, the nurse explains that it occurs at which of the following times?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Girls typically enter puberty 1-2 years earlier than boys, around ages 10-12.

Question 2 of 5

A 9-month-old infant with eczema has lesions that are secondarily infected. Which of the following is most appropriate to help the parents best meet the needs of the child?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Playing with the child daily promotes emotional bonding and normal development, which is critical for a 9-month-old. Preventing sibling contact is unnecessary unless siblings are ill, day care may risk further infection, and video games are inappropriate for an infant.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following statements should the nurse use to describe to the parents why their child with leukemia is at risk for infections?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Immature white blood cells in leukemia cannot effectively fight infections, increasing risk. Other options are unrelated.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is evaluating a child’s skills in self-administering insulin (see fi gure). The nurse should:

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Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The child is using correct injection technique, and the nurse can remind the child to rotate sites. The nurse should also reinforce that the child has used correct technique and praise the child for doing so. If the child can manipulate the plunger of the syringe with one hand, this is appropriate. Insulin is administered at a 90 degree angle as shown. The child should identify appropriate sites on the thighs as one handbreadth below the hip and above the knee; the child is using appropriate sites.

Question 5 of 5

A child with celiac disease is at risk for which complication if the diet is not followed?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Untreated celiac disease increases the risk of intestinal lymphoma due to chronic inflammation. Renal, pulmonary, or cardiac complications are not directly associated.

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