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Adaptive: Child

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Which medication should be avoided in children?

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Adaptive: Child Practice Questions

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Question 1

Which medication should be avoided in children?

  1. Aspirin
  2. Acetaminophen
  3. Ibuprofen
  4. Amoxicillin
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Correct answer:

  1. Aspirin

Explanation: Reye's syndrome risk.

Question 2

Which medication should be avoided in children with viral illness?

  1. Aspirin
  2. Ibuprofen
  3. Acetaminophen
  4. Amoxicillin
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Correct answer:

  1. Aspirin

Explanation: Aspirin can cause Reye’s syndrome.

Question 3

Which medication should be avoided in children due to Reye's syndrome?

  1. Aspirin
  2. Ibuprofen
  3. Acetaminophen
  4. Amoxicillin
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Correct answer:

  1. Aspirin

Explanation: Aspirin can cause Reye's syndrome.

Question 4

A newly immigrated pregnant woman fears childbirth. What is the best culturally sensitive response?

  1. Maternal mortality is extremely low.
  2. You will be monitored closely.
  3. Tell me why you are afraid.
  4. Anesthesia is available.
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Correct answer:

  1. Tell me why you are afraid.

Explanation: Open-ended questions allow the nurse to assess beliefs and fears while demonstrating cultural sensitivity.

Question 5

A newly immigrated pregnant woman fears childbirth. What is the best culturally sensitive response?

  1. Maternal mortality is extremely low.
  2. You will be monitored closely.
  3. Tell me why you are afraid.
  4. Anesthesia is available.
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Correct answer:

  1. Tell me why you are afraid.

Explanation: Open-ended questions allow the nurse to assess beliefs and fears while demonstrating cultural sensitivity.

Question 6

Which hormone is responsible for milk production after childbirth?

  1. Oxytocin
  2. Progesterone
  3. Estrogen
  4. Prolactin
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Correct answer:

  1. Prolactin

Explanation: Prolactin stimulates milk production in the mammary glands.

Question 7

Which hormone is responsible for milk production after childbirth?

  1. Oxytocin
  2. Progesterone
  3. Estrogen
  4. Prolactin
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Correct answer:

  1. Prolactin

Explanation: Prolactin stimulates milk production in the mammary glands.

Question 8

Which hormone promotes relaxation of pelvic ligaments in preparation for childbirth?

  1. Progesterone
  2. Estrogen
  3. Relaxin
  4. Oxytocin
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Correct answer:

  1. Relaxin

Explanation: Relaxin softens ligaments and joints to facilitate labor and delivery.

Question 9

Which hormone stimulates milk production after childbirth?

  1. Prolactin
  2. Oxytocin
  3. Progesterone
  4. Estrogen
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Correct answer:

  1. Prolactin

Explanation: Prolactin stimulates production of breast milk.

Question 10

Which postpartum psychological condition involves mild mood changes after childbirth?

  1. Postpartum blues
  2. Postpartum psychosis
  3. Major depression
  4. Anxiety disorder
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Correct answer:

  1. Postpartum blues

Explanation: Postpartum blues involve mild emotional changes and typically resolve within two weeks.

Question 11

Which condition involves infection of the uterine lining after childbirth?

  1. Endometritis
  2. Mastitis
  3. Sepsis
  4. Cystitis
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Correct answer:

  1. Endometritis

Explanation: Endometritis is a postpartum infection of the uterine lining.

Question 12

Which hormone stimulates milk production after childbirth?

  1. Prolactin
  2. Progesterone
  3. Oxytocin
  4. Estrogen
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Correct answer:

  1. Prolactin

Explanation: Prolactin stimulates milk production in the mammary glands following childbirth.

Question 13

A pregnant woman fears dying during childbirth. What is the best response?

  1. Maternal mortality is very low
  2. You will be monitored
  3. Tell me why you are afraid
  4. Pain relief is available
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Correct answer:

  1. Tell me why you are afraid

Explanation: Open-ended communication encourages the client to express fears and cultural concerns.

Question 14

Which pelvic type is best suited for childbirth?

  1. Android
  2. Platypelloid
  3. Gynecoid
  4. Anthropoid
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Correct answer:

  1. Gynecoid

Explanation: The gynecoid pelvis is considered the ideal shape for vaginal birth.

Question 15

A pregnant woman fears dying during childbirth. What is the best response?

  1. Maternal mortality is very low
  2. You will be monitored
  3. Tell me why you are afraid
  4. Pain relief is available
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Correct answer:

  1. Tell me why you are afraid

Explanation: Open-ended communication encourages the client to express fears and cultural concerns.

Question 16

Which pelvic type is best suited for childbirth?

  1. Android
  2. Platypelloid
  3. Gynecoid
  4. Anthropoid
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Correct answer:

  1. Gynecoid

Explanation: The gynecoid pelvis is considered the ideal shape for vaginal birth.

Question 17

Which postpartum complication involves excessive bleeding after childbirth?

  1. Postpartum hemorrhage
  2. Mastitis
  3. Endometritis
  4. Lochia
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Correct answer:

  1. Postpartum hemorrhage

Explanation: Postpartum hemorrhage is excessive bleeding following delivery and requires immediate intervention.

Question 18

Which term describes the normal vaginal discharge after childbirth?

  1. Lochia
  2. Colostrum
  3. Amniotic fluid
  4. Placenta
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Correct answer:

  1. Lochia

Explanation: Lochia is the normal postpartum vaginal discharge consisting of blood, mucus, and uterine tissue.

Question 19

Which fetal position is most common during childbirth?

  1. Occiput anterior
  2. Occiput posterior
  3. Breech
  4. Transverse
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Correct answer:

  1. Occiput anterior

Explanation: Occiput anterior is the most favorable and common fetal position for delivery.

Question 20

A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?

  1. Absent nuchal rigidity
  2. Negative cerebrospinal fluid culture
  3. Temperature below 37.4°C (99.3°F)
  4. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago
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Correct answer:

  1. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago

Explanation: Droplet precautions can be discontinued after 24 hours of effective antibiotic therapy.

Question 21

A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?

  1. Absent nuchal rigidity
  2. Negative cerebrospinal fluid culture
  3. Temperature below 37.4°C (99.3°F)
  4. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago
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Correct answer:

  1. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago

Explanation: Droplet precautions can be discontinued after 24 hours of effective antibiotic therapy.

Question 22

A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?

  1. Absent nuchal rigidity
  2. Negative cerebrospinal fluid culture
  3. Temperature below 37.4°C (99.3°F)
  4. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago
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Correct answer:

  1. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago

Explanation: Droplet precautions can be discontinued after 24 hours of effective antibiotic therapy.

Question 23

A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?

  1. Absent nuchal rigidity
  2. Negative cerebrospinal fluid culture
  3. Temperature below 37.4°C (99.3°F)
  4. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago

Explanation: Droplet precautions can be discontinued after 24 hours of effective antibiotic therapy.

Question 24

A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?

  1. Absent nuchal rigidity
  2. Negative cerebrospinal fluid culture
  3. Temperature below 37.4°C (99.3°F)
  4. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago

Explanation: Droplet precautions can be discontinued after 24 hours of effective antibiotic therapy.

Question 25

A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?

  1. Absent nuchal rigidity
  2. Negative cerebrospinal fluid culture
  3. Temperature below 37.4°C (99.3°F)
  4. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago

Explanation: Droplet precautions can be discontinued after 24 hours of effective antibiotic therapy.

Question 26

A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?

  1. Absent nuchal rigidity
  2. Negative cerebrospinal fluid culture
  3. Temperature below 37.4°C (99.3°F)
  4. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago

Explanation: Droplet precautions can be discontinued after 24 hours of effective antibiotic therapy.

Question 27

A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?

  1. Absent nuchal rigidity
  2. Negative cerebrospinal fluid culture
  3. Temperature below 37.4°C (99.3°F)
  4. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago

Explanation: Droplet precautions can be discontinued after 24 hours of effective antibiotic therapy.

Question 28

A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?

  1. Absent nuchal rigidity
  2. Negative cerebrospinal fluid culture
  3. Temperature below 37.4°C (99.3°F)
  4. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Antibiotics initiated 24 hr ago

Explanation: Droplet precautions can be discontinued after 24 hours of effective antibiotic therapy.

Question 29

A nurse is caring for a child with asthma. Which medication is for quick relief?

  1. Fluticasone
  2. Albuterol
  3. Montelukast
  4. Prednisone
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Correct answer:

  1. Albuterol

Explanation: Albuterol is a short-acting bronchodilator for acute relief.

Question 30

A nurse is caring for a child with otitis media. Which finding is expected?

  1. Ear pulling
  2. Vision loss
  3. Dry cough
  4. Bradycardia
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Correct answer:

  1. Ear pulling

Explanation: Ear pulling is common in otitis media.