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ATI Nur 270 Pediatrics GI GU Exam Questions
Extract:
Pediatric enuresis
Question 1 of 5
Which cause of pediatric enuresis must be ruled out before psychological causes are investigated? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,F
Rationale: Urinary tract infections and diabetes mellitus can cause enuresis and should be evaluated and treated before investigating psychological causes.
Extract:
A child who is in sickle cell crisis
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who is in sickle cell crisis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pain is the hallmark symptom of a sickle cell crisis due to vaso-occlusive episodes leading to ischemia and tissue damage.
Extract:
An 8-year-old child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia receiving chemotherapy through a central venous access device
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the discharge plan with the family of an 8-year-old child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia who is receiving chemotherapy through a central venous access device. Which statement by the parent indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Parents should notify their provider immediately if their child has a sore throat, as this could indicate a possible infection in an immunocompromised child.
Extract:
A 3-day-old newborn infant who presented with abdominal distension and failure to pass meconium
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is discussing the treatment of congenital aganglionic megacolon (Hirschsprungs disease) with the caregivers of a 3-day-old newborn infant who presented with abdominal distension and failure to pass meconium. Which statement is the best explanation of the treatment for this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The primary treatment for Hirschsprung's disease is surgical intervention to remove the affected bowel segment.
Extract:
A client who will have blood sampling for a serum creatinine level
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who will have blood sampling for a serum creatinine level and asks what this test shows. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The serum creatinine test is a standard measure of kidney function, indicating how well the kidneys are filtering waste from the blood.