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Question 1 of 5

Which diet is most appropriate for an adolescent with oral lesions and a herpes simplex infection of the mouth secondary to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A high-calorie, bland diet supports nutritional needs while minimizing irritation to oral lesions, appropriate for an AIDS patient with oral herpes lesions.

Question 2 of 5

A child weighs 22 kg and is prescribed a medication at 5 mg/kg/day in two divided doses. How many milligrams should the nurse administer per dose?

Correct Answer: 55 mg

Rationale: Calculation: 22 kg × 5 mg/kg/day = 110 mg/day. Divided into two doses: 110 ÷ 2 = 55 mg per dose. Since no options are provided, the calculated dose is noted for accuracy.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse discovers that an African couple from Kenya has not named their 48-hour-old,full-term newborn and the infant and mother are being discharged to home. Which action should the nurse take in response to this information?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: In Kenyan culture naming may occur on the third day with celebration. Documenting the discharge and unnamed status is appropriate; naming isn’t required for attachment.

Question 4 of 5

A primipara presents one week after delivery. She is tearful,has spells of cry and lack of appetite and sleep. What is the most likely diagnosis:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Post-natal depression is common in the first weeks postpartum presenting with tearfulness appetite loss and sleep disturbances. Other diagnoses are less likely without specific symptoms.

Question 5 of 5

A 25 years old P2 comes to emergency,after home delivery with heavy bleeding per vaginum. After evaluation and emergency resuscitation she is diagnosed as a case of uterine atony. What is the appropriate medicine in the management of this case:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Oxytocin is the first-line treatment for uterine atony as it stimulates uterine contractions to control postpartum hemorrhage. Other options are not indicated for this condition.

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