Maternity Nursing Practice Exam
Course Introduction
Maternity Nursing focuses on the holistic care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, as well as the health and well-being of newborns and families. The course covers topics such as prenatal care, labor and delivery management, postpartum assessment, neonatal care, and the identification and management of potential complications. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practices, patient education, family involvement, and cultural sensitivity to support maternal and infant health. Students develop essential skills in clinical assessment, communication, and critical thinking to provide safe and compassionate care throughout the childbearing process.
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Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 6th Edition by Leifer
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Chapter 1: The Past, Present, and Future
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Q1) As a result of research done in the 1930s by the Children's Bureau:
A) children with heart problems are now cared for by pediatric cardiologists.
B) the Child Abuse and Prevention Act was passed.
C) hot lunch programs were established in many schools.
D) children's asylums were founded.
Answer: C
Q2) The nurse reviewing the specific recovery goals set out on a clinical pathway observed that two goals were not met by their designated timeline.The nurse records a negative _____________ for these two goals.
Answer: variance
Using a clinical pathway model with goals and associated timelines,the nurse must record a negative variance when a timeline is not met and consider a new approach or an extended timeline.
Q3) The first White House Conference on Children and Youth was called by President
Answer: Theodore Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt called the first White House Conference in 1909.
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Chapter 2: Human Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology
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Q1) Maturation of the ovarian follicle is initiated by which hormone?
A) Estrogen
B) Follicle-stimulating hormone
C) Progesterone
D) Luteinizing hormone
Answer: B
Q2) The nurse has explained menstruation to a 13-year-old girl.The statement that indicates the girl needs additional education is:
A) "Periods last about 5 days. "
B) "My cycle should get regular in 6 months. "
C) "I should expect heavy bleeding with clots. "
D) "Periods come about every 4 weeks. "
Answer: C
Q3) The nurse uses a diagram to demonstrate the fimbriae,which:
A) are the passageway for the sperm to meet the ovum.
B) is the site of fertilization.
C) are fingerlike projections that "capture" the ovum.
D) propel the egg through the fallopian tube.
Answer: C
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Chapter 3: Fetal Development
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Q1) At what point in prenatal development do the lungs begin to produce surfactant?
A) 17 weeks
B) 20 weeks
C) 25 weeks
D) 30 weeks
Answer: C
Q2) The nurse explains that if one parent has a dominant gene and the other parent does not,the percentage of children carrying the dominant gene will be:
A) 10%.
B) 25%.
C) 50%.
D) 100%.
Answer: C
Q3) The total number of chromosomes contained in a mature sperm or ovum is: A) 22.
B) 23.
C) 44.
D) 46.
Answer: B
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Chapter 4: Prenatal Care and Adaptations to Pregnancy
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Q1) A woman tells the nurse that she is quite sure she is pregnant.The nurse recognizes which as a positive sign of pregnancy?
A) Amenorrhea
B) Uterine enlargement
C) HCG detected in the urine
D) Fetal heartbeat
Q2) A woman asks the nurse about the frequency of prenatal visits.In an uncomplicated pregnancy,the nurse would tell her that appointments are scheduled:
A) every 3 weeks until the 6th month, then every 2 weeks until delivery.
B) every 4 weeks until the 7th month, after which appointments will become more frequent.
C) monthly until the 8th month.
D) every 2 to 3 weeks for the entire pregnancy.
Q3) The patient confesses to eating crushed ice 10 or 12 times daily.The nurse assesses this behavior as __________.
Q4) The nurse is aware that ______________ maneuver can assess the position and presentation of the fetus.
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Chapter 5: Nursing Care of Women with Complications
During Pregnancy
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Q1) Rh incompatibility occurs in which situation?
A) Rh-negative mother, Rh-positive fetus
B) Rh-positive mother, Rh-negative fetus
C) Rh-negative mother, Rh-negative fetus
D) Rh-positive mother, Rh-positive fetus
Q2) The nurse emphasizes to a patient with a high-risk pregnancy that the impact of such a pregnancy might result in which problem(s)? Select all that apply.
A) Disruption of family roles
B) Financial pressures
C) Excessive attachment to infant
D) Frustration with activity restriction
E) Alteration in child care practices
Q3) The nurse takes into consideration that the patient with placenta previa is at risk for postpartum infection for what reason(s)? Select all that apply.
A) Vaginal organisms can invade the placenta.
B) The under-nourished placenta becomes necrotic.
C) The amniotic fluid can become infected.
D) The placenta is an excellent growth medium.
E) The misplaced placenta weakens the uterine wall.
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Chapter 6: Nursing Care of Mother and Infant During Labor and
Birth
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Q1) During the fourth stage of labor,the nurse encourages the mother to void,because a full bladder may:
A) interfere with cervical dilation.
B) obstruct progress of the infant through the birth canal.
C) obstruct the passage of the placenta.
D) predispose the mother to uterine hemorrhage.
Q2) The nurse caring for a patient who is not certain if she is in true labor will attempt to stimulate cervical effacement and intensify contractions in the patient by:
A) offering the patient warm fluids to drink.
B) helping the patient to ambulate in room.
C) seating the patient upright in a straight backed chair.
D) positioning the patient on her right side.
Q3) After the membranes have ruptured,the nurse should assess the fetal heart rate (FHR)for ________ minute(s).
Q4) The nurse explains that the third stage of labor ends with:
A) full cervical dilation.
B) expulsion of the placenta and membranes.
C) birth of the infant.
D) engagement of the head.
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Chapter 7: Nursing Management of Pain During Labor and Birth
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Q1) The nurse clarified that the amount of pain a person is willing to endure is referred to as ______________ ______________.
Q2) An 18-year-old primigravida is 4 cm dilated and her contractions are 5 minutes apart.She received little prenatal care and had no childbirth preparation.She is crying loudly and shouting,"Please give me something for the pain.I can't take the pain!" What is the priority nursing diagnosis?
A) Pain related to uterine contractions
B) Knowledge deficit related to the birth experience
C) Ineffective coping related to inadequate preparation for labor
D) Risk for injury related to lack of prenatal care
Q3) A woman who is 6 cm dilated has the urge to push.The nurse would instruct the woman to __________ during the contraction.
A) use slow-paced breathing
B) hold her breath and push
C) blow in short breaths
D) use rapid-paced breathing
Q4) The massage technique that stimulates the large-diameter fibers in order to block impulses from the small-diameter fibers is ____________________.
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Chapter 8: Nursing Care of Women with Complications
During Labor and Birth
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Q1) A pregnant woman's membranes ruptured prematurely at 34 weeks.She will be discharged to her home for the next few weeks.The nurse planning discharge instructions would teach the woman to:
A) report any increase in fetal activity.
B) notify her obstetrician for a temperature above 37. 8° C (100° F).
C) massage her breasts to promote uterine relaxation.
D) rest in a side-lying Trendelenburg position with hips elevated.
Q2) A woman 2 weeks past her expected delivery date who is receiving an oxytocin infusion to induce labor begins to have contractions every 90 seconds.The nurse's initial action should be to:
A) stop the oxytocin infusion.
B) continue the infusion and report the findings to the physician.
C) turn her on her left side and reassess the contractions.
D) administer oxygen by mask.
Q3) Following an amniotomy,the nursing assessment that should be reported immediately is:
A) fetal heart rate is regular at 154 beats/min.
B) amniotic fluid is clear with flecks of vernix.
C) amniotic fluid is watery and pale green.
D) maternal temperature is 37. 8° C.
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Chapter 9: The Family After Birth
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Q1) The nurse counseling a lactating mother about diet would include instructions to:
A) consume 500 more calories than her usual prepregnancy diet.
B) eat less meat and more fruits and vegetables.
C) drink 3 to 4 tall glasses of fluid daily.
D) eat 1,000 more calories than her usual prepregnancy diet.
Q2) A new mother has decided not to breastfeed her newborn.The nurse planning to teach the mother about formula feeding would include:
A) positioning the bottle so that the nipple is full of formula during the entire feeding.
B) heating infant formula in a microwave.
C) burping the infant after 4 ounces and again when the bottle is empty.
D) propping a bottle for a feeding.
Q3) The hormone responsible for milk production is ____________________.
Q4) The nurse explains that the three infections that are contraindications to breastfeeding are _______________,_______________,and ________________.
Q5) The nurse assesses a 6-inch stain of lochia rubra on a pad that was worn for 2 hours.The nurse would document this as a(n)________________ amount of lochia.
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Chapter 10: Nursing Care of Women with Complications
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Q1) After a prolonged labor,a woman vaginally delivered a 10 pound,3 ounce infant boy.In the immediate postpartum period,the nurse would be alert for the development of:
A) cervical laceration.
B) hematoma.
C) endometritis.
D) retained placental fragments.
Q2) The one-day postpartum patient shows a temperature elevation,cough,and slight shortness of breath on exertion.Based on these symptoms the nurse should:
A) notify the charge nurse of a possible upper respiratory infection.
B) notify the physician of a possible pulmonary embolism.
C) document expected postpartum mucous membrane congestion.
D) medicate with antipyretic remedy for elevated temperature.
Q3) The statement that would indicate to the nurse on a postpartum home visit that the patient understands the signs of late postpartum hemorrhage is:
A) "My discharge would change to red after it has been pink or white. "
B) "If I have a postpartum hemorrhage, I will have severe abdominal pain. "
C) "I should be alert for an increase in bright red blood. "
D) "I would pass a large clot that was retained from the placenta. "
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Chapter 11: The Nurses Role in Womens Health Care
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Q1) The nurse instructing a man considering a vasectomy should state that after a vasectomy:
A) intercourse should be delayed for 6 weeks.
B) sperm will still be ejaculated for a month.
C) erections will be difficult to maintain.
D) monthly sperm counts for a year will be necessary.
Q2) The nurse reminds a group of high school students that the most effective choice of birth control for preventing pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases is to:
A) abstain from sex.
B) use the male condom.
C) use the female condom.
D) use the barrier method.
Q3) A woman asks the nurse,"How do oral contraceptives prevent pregnancy?" The nurse explains that the combination of estrogen and progesterone in oral contraceptives:
A) makes cervical mucus hostile to sperm.
B) prevents ovul ation.
C) prohibits implantation of the egg.
D) acts as a barrier by destroying sperm.
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Chapter 12: The Term Newborn
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Q1) Parents express concern about the milia on the face and nose of their infant.The nurse's most helpful response would be to instruct the parents to:
A) contact a pediatric dermatologist for topical medication.
B) squeeze out the white material after cleansing the face.
C) wash the infant's face with a mild astringent several times a day.
D) leave the milia alone; it will disappear spontaneously. No treatment is needed.
Q2) What noninvasive form(s)of pain relief might a nurse implement with a newborn? Select all that apply.
A) Swaddling
B) Rocking
C) Offering a pacifier
D) Distraction
E) Cuddling
Q3) The nurse in the nursery may use CRIES,PIPP,NIPS,or NPASS as a guide to _____________ assessment.
Q4) The nurse instructs the mother that when the neonate's stool becomes loose and takes on a greenish-yellow color,this is normal __________ stool.
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Chapter 13: Preterm and Postterm Newborns
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Q1) The nurse is aware that the preterm infant has an increased tendency to bleed due to deficient levels of ________.
Q2) The nurse knows that a postterm infant may experience which potential problem(s)?
Select all that apply.
A) Seizures
B) Asphyxia
C) Paralysis
D) Visual defects
E) Polycythemia
Q3) A preterm infant has a yellow skin color and a rising bilirubin level.The nurse is aware that this infant is at risk for:
A) skin breakdown.
B) renal failure.
C) brain damage.
D) heart failure.
Q4) The nurse providing stimulation to a preterm infant should schedule stimulation not to conflict with __________.
Q5) The nurse clarifies that a fetus has enough surfactant to breathe on its own at the age of _____ weeks.
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Chapter 14: The Newborn with a Perinatal Injury or Congenital Malformation
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Q1) Phototherapy is instituted for an infant.An appropriate nursing action for the infant having phototherapy is to:
A) cover the infant's head with a hat.
B) dress the infant lightly in a T-shirt.
C) keep the infant's eyes covered.
D) reposition at least every 4 to 8 hours.
Q2) The nurse demonstrates how to flush the ventriculoperitoneal shunt by the use of the ____________________ that is in place behind the infant's ear.
Q3) The statement that indicates parents understand how to feed their infant who had surgical repair of a cleft lip is:
A) "We are feeding the baby with a dropper for two weeks. "
B) "We resumed bottle feeding after discharge. "
C) "We started the baby on solid food yesterday. "
D) "The baby is drinking well from a straw. "
Q4) After feeding an infant with hydrocephalus,the nurse will take special care to:
A) sit the infant upright in an infant seat.
B) place the infant over the shoulder to burp.
C) leave the infant in a side-lying position.
D) stimulate the infant by rubbing its feet.
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Chapter 15: An Overview of Growth, Development, and Nutrition
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Q1) When a small group of preschool-age children were playing house,each child was pretending to be a particular family member.The nurse recognizes this as which type of play?
A) Parallel
B) Cooperative
C) Symbolic
D) Fantasy
Q2) A mother reports that she and her husband have had one child together,but both have children from previous marriages living in their home.The nurse will base the care planning on the fact this family type is a(n)_____ family.
A) nuclear
B) blended
C) alternate
D) extended
Q3) The correct term for the child aged 4 weeks to 1 year is ______________.
Q4) The nurse cautions that children who are put to sleep with a bottle are at risk for a dental problem called ___________ _____________.
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Chapter 16: The Infant
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Q1) The nurse discusses child-proofing the home for safety with the mother of a 9-month-old.The statement made by the mother that indicates an unsafe behavior is:
A) "I put covers on all of the electrical outlets. "
B) "In the car, she rides in a front-facing car seat. "
C) "There are locks on all of the cabinets in the house. "
D) "I have a gate at the top and bottom of the stairs. "
Q2) The mother of an infant born prematurely tells the nurse,"The baby is irritable.He cries during diaper changes and feedings.Can you make some suggestions about what I should do to soothe him?" The most appropriate recommendation to help this parent would be to:
A) play the radio or TV while you feed the infant.
B) put the infant in a room with sunlight.
C) wrap the infant snugly when you hold him.
D) change the infant's position quickly.
Q3) The nurse would advise a parent when introducing solid foods to:
A) begin with one tablespoon of food.
B) mix foods together.
C) eliminate a refused food from the diet.
D) introduce each new food 4 to 7 days apart.
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Chapter 17: The Toddler
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Q1) The nurse recognizes that when the toddler claims everything in the environment as "mine," it is an example of the toddler trait of ____________________.
Q2) The nurse suggests offering which food(s)to support the toddler's desire to self-feed? Select all that apply.
A) Pureed foods
B) Finger foods
C) Foods served cold
D) Foods in colorful dishes
E) Foods that are varied and colorful
Q3) The nurse planning anticipatory guidance for parents of a toddler would include which instruction?
A) Adhere to a rigid schedule because the toddler is ritualistic.
B) Limit-setting should include praise.
C) Shoes should fit snugly at the toe and arch.
D) Dress the toddler in pants with a zipper so he or she can learn to zip and unzip clothes.
Q4) The nurse explains that with the completion of myelination,the toddler will have the neuromuscular maturity to attain _______________ or _______________ control.
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Chapter 18: The Preschool Child
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Q1) The nurse suggests a measure that might be helpful for the child with enuresis,such as:
A) applying an electric pad that gently shocks the child.
B) waking the child several times during the night to urinate.
C) decreasing fluid intake after the evening meal.
D) increasing dietary fiber intake.
Q2) The nurse includes playing in the plan of care for a 5-year-old because play allows the child to do what? Select all that apply.
A) Exercise his imagination
B) Assume a role and act it out
C) Offers an emotional outlet
D) Employs magical thinking
E) Interact with other children
F) None of the above
Q3) The nurse suggests which bedtime preparation ritual(s)? Select all that apply.
A) Telling a story
B) Placing a favorite toy in bed
C) Placing a glass of water at the bedside
D) Turning on a night light
E) Playing energetically
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Chapter 19: The School-Age Child
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Q1) When the school-age child becomes frustrated with a school assignment and says,"I can't do this!" the most developmentally supportive response from the parent would be to:
A) ask, "What is it that is so difficult?"
B) allow the child to quit the effort.
C) call in older siblings to help.
D) finish the project for him.
Q2) The school nurse planning sex education classes for school-age children should:
A) use simple terms.
B) avoid slang or "street" words and concepts.
C) keep topics on biological aspects of sexual development.
D) limit questions in order to keep content clear.
Q3) A parent states,"My 7-year-old really wants a dog.His 10-year-old brother has allergies to animal dander.I don't know what to do." The nurse could advise this parent to choose a(n):
A) small breed of dog because the large dogs produce more allergens.
B) older unneutered dog that produces fewer allergens than a younger one.
C) cat since it requires less care and is less allergenic.
D) poodle, which does not shed, making it a good choice for people with allergies.
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Chapter 20: The Adolescent
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Q1) One psychosocial task of adolescence on which the nurse must focus when planning care is the development of a sense of:
A) initiative.
B) industry.
C) identity.
D) involvement.
Q2) When assessing a 13-year-old boy,the nurse would keep in mind physical changes in the pubertal male begin with:
A) development of axillary and facial hair.
B) enlargement of penis.
C) enlargement of testicles.
D) pigmentation of the scrotum.
Q3) The school nurse is planning a program for girls about the physical changes of puberty;this program should be directed to girls of the age of _____ years.
A) 16
B) 14
C) 12
D) 10
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Chapter 21: The Childs Experience of Hospitalization
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Q1) Which child would have the most difficulty in coping with separation from parents because of hospitalization?
A) 3-month-old child
B) 16-month-old child
C) 4-year-old child
D) 7-year-old child
Q2) The nurse must make a room assignment for a 16-year-old with cystic fibrosis.An optimal roommate might be:
A) a 4-year-old child who had an appendectomy.
B) a 10-year-old child with sickle cell disease in vaso-occlusive crisis.
C) a 15-year-old with type 1 diabetes mellitus.
D) to assign the adolescent to a private room.
Q3) The nurse understands that no matter the reason for the young child being hospitalized,there are basic fears.What are they? Select all that apply.
A) Separation
B) Permanent scarring
C) Pain
D) Cost
E) Body intrusion
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Chapter 22: Health Care Adaptations for the Child and Family
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Q1) The nurse selects the best site for giving an IM injection to a 15-month-old child,which is the _____ muscle.
A) ventrogluteal
B) dorsogluteal
C) deltoid
D) vastus lateralis
Q2) The physician has ordered phenytoin syrup 20 mg PO bid for a child who weighs 15 pounds.The PDR states that 10 mg/kg/day is the maximum daily dose.The safe daily dose of this medication is _____ mg.
Q3) A parent tells the nurse,"I'm not sure how to give this medicine to my infant." The nurse would teach the parent to best administer an oral suspension by:
A) pouring the medication into a small cup and allowing the infant to drink it.
B) placing the medication in a nipple and having the infant suck the nipple.
C) using an oral syringe and placing the medication in the side of the infant's mouth.
D) administering the medication with a dropper onto the back of the infant's tongue.
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Chapter 23: The Child with a Sensory or Neurological Condition
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Q1) The nurse creating a teaching plan that includes the long-term administration of phenytoin (Dilantin)would state that:
A) the medication should be given on an empty stomach.
B) insomnia can be a significant side effect.
C) gums should be massaged regularly to prevent hyperplasia.
D) blood pressure should be closely monitored.
Q2) The assessment finding that should be reported immediately if observed in a child with meningitis is:
A) irregular respirations.
B) tachycardia.
C) slight drop in blood pressure.
D) elevated temperature.
Q3) The nurse caring for a 5-month-old with viral influenza suspects the development of Reye's syndrome when the child:
A) has respirations drop from 18 to 14 breaths/min.
B) goes to sleep after feeding.
C) suddenly vomits without effort.
D) develops a macular rash.
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Chapter 24: The Child with a Musculoskeletal Condition
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Q1) A child hospitalized for treatment of osteomyelitis complains that he is tired of being sick and wants to know when the antibiotic protocol will end.The nurse responds that antibiotic therapy will probably last for:
A) 2 weeks.
B) 6 weeks.
C) 2 months.
D) 3 months.
Q2) The nurse caring for a child in Buck's skin traction will keep the:
A) child in high-Fowler's position.
B) child pulled up in bed.
C) child's heel on the bed surface.
D) child's feet against the foot of the bed.
Q3) The child with Duchenne's muscular dystrophy must push on his legs and "walk up the leg" in order to rise to a standing position.The nurse recognizes this characteristic behavior as _______________ maneuver.
Q4) The nurse explains that Bryant's traction is reserved for children who weigh less than _____ pounds.
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Chapter 25: The Child with a Respiratory Disorder
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Q1) The nurse caring for a child experiencing an acute asthma attack would:
A) offer plenty of fluids, particularly carbonated beverages.
B) place the child in a humidified cool mist tent with oxygen.
C) administer sedatives as ordered to decrease anxiety.
D) position the child with arms resting on the overbed table.
Q2) The nurse explains to the parent of a child with exercise-induced asthma that Cromolyn,an antiinflammatory drug,should be inhaled:
A) before exercise to prevent attacks.
B) at the initial onset of the attack.
C) during the attack to relieve symptoms.
D) as often as 4 times a day.
Q3) The nurse is caring for a toddler with acute laryngotracheobronchitis.The assessment finding that would indicate the child is experiencing increased respiratory obstruction is:
A) restlessness.
B) tachycardia.
C) brassy cough.
D) expiratory wheezing.
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Chapter 26: The Child with a Cardiovascular Disorder
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Q1) The comment made by a parent of a 1-month-old that would alert the nurse about the presence of a congenital heart defect is:
A) "He is always hungry. "
B) "He tires out during feedings. "
C) "He is fussy for several hours every day. "
D) "He sleeps all the time. "
Q2) A child has an elevated antistreptolysin O (ASO)titer.Which combination of symptoms,in conjunction with this finding,would confirm a diagnosis of rheumatic fever?
A) Subcutaneous nodules and fever
B) Painful, tender joints and carditis
C) Erythema marginatum and arthralgia
D) Chorea and elevated sedimentation rate
Q3) The finding the nurse would expect when measuring blood pressure on all four extremities of a child with coarctation of the aorta is blood pressure that is:
A) higher on the right side.
B) higher on the left side.
C) lower in the arms than in the legs.
D) lower in the legs than in the arms.
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Chapter 27: The Child with a Condition of the Blood,
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Q1) The family of a child receiving chemotherapy for leukemia should be taught to focus on which aspect(s)of the child's care? Select all that apply.
A) Using a support group
B) Stimulating appetite
C) Maintaining adequate hydration
D) Continuing with scheduled immunizations
E) Reporting exposure to infectious diseases
Q2) The nurse would instruct the parent to give ferrous sulfate drops to the child: A) with milk.
B) with orange juice.
C) with water.
D) on a full stomach.
Q3) A child has just been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia.The nurse is aware that the result of an overproduction of immature white blood cells in the bone marrow is:
A) decreased T-cell production.
B) decreased hemoglobin.
C) increased blood clotting.
D) increased susceptibility to infection.
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Q1) An appropriate intervention for a 3-month-old infant who has gastroesophageal reflux is to:
A) position the infant in the crib on his or her abdomen, with the head elevated.
B) administer medication as ordered to stimulate the pyloric sphincter.
C) give thin rice cereal with formula before feeding solid foods.
D) place the infant in an infant seat after feedings.
Q2) An infant is admitted to the hospital with severe dehydration.Laboratory results show pH 7.32,PaCO<sub>2</sub> 40,HCO<sub>3</sub>- 21.The nurse interprets these values as:
A) metabolic acidosis.
B) metabolic alkalosis.
C) respiratory acidosis.
D) respiratory alkalosis.
Q3) The nurse would expect a child admitted to the hospital for nonorganic failure to thrive to:
A) cry to be picked up.
B) be limp like a rag doll.
C) be responsive to cuddling.
D) weigh in the 10th percentile for age.
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Chapter 29: The Child with a Genitourinary Condition
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Q1) When a child's ureter becomes completely obstructed from scarring,the nurse explains that urinary diversion may be necessary to prevent the reflux back into the renal pelvis from causing ____________________.
Q2) The mother of a 5-year-old child taking prednisone for nephrotic syndrome tells the nurse he needs to get immunizations to enter kindergarten.The nurse clarifies that while on prednisone,immunizations:
A) can interfere with the treatment for nephrosis.
B) require that the child have antibiotic coverage.
C) can be given in smaller, divided doses.
D) should be delayed.
Q3) The initial sign of nephrosis that the nurse might note in the child would be:
A) raspberry-like rash.
B) periorbital edema.
C) temperature elevation.
D) abdominal pain.
Q4) The nurse explains that the test that measures the pressure and volume of the urine stream is called the _________________.
Q5) The inability to void even though the urge to do so is strong is known as _______________.
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Q1) What intervention(s)would the nurse preparing a teaching plan for the care of a child with infantile eczema include? Select all that apply.
A) Bathe the child using products with a light fragrance.
B) Use oatmeal and baking soda as bath additives.
C) Add bath oil to bath water after the child has soaked.
D) Apply lanolin-based lotions after the bath.
E) Bathe child several times a day.
Q2) The nurse differentiates a type of topical medication that is an oil-based emulsion to be used on dry skin as a(n)_________________.
Q3) When teaching about general skin care measures that could help prevent acne,the nurse would include:
A) eliminating chocolate, peanuts, and cola from the diet.
B) washing the face with a cleansing product frequently.
C) planning indoor activities to avoid sun exposure.
D) eating a balanced diet and getting sufficient rest.
Q4) A 5-year-old boy is brought to the emergency department with a second-degree burn of his entire right arm and hand,anterior trunk and genital area,and front of right thigh.The nurse assesses the body surface area (BSA)percentage burn as ______%.
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Chapter 31: The Child with a Metabolic Condition
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Q1) The nurse reminds the parents of a diabetic with an insulin pump that the tubing of the pump should be changed aseptically every ______ hours.
Q2) The nurse determines a parent is administering levothyroxine (Synthroid)correctly when she states:
A) "I stopped giving the medication because my daughter was losing her hair."
B) "I am using a different brand now because it costs less money. "
C) "I don't give the medication on the weekends. "
D) "I give the medication at 8:00 AM every day. "
Q3) The nurse instructs the 11-year-old diabetic child to use the side of the finger for blood testing because the side of the finger:
A) has fewer capillaries.
B) is easier to puncture.
C) is less likely to become infected.
D) has fewer nerve endings.
Q4) The nurse explains that the function of an insulin pump is to:
A) release insulin as blood glucose rises.
B) provide continuous infusion of insulin.
C) decrease need for painful glucose monitoring.
D) deliver a prescribed amount of insulin twice a day.
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Chapter 32: The Child with a Communicable Disease
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Q1) The statement made by a sexually active adolescent girl indicating an understanding of the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases is:
A) "I always douche after intercourse. "
B) "I think you can get a vaccination for STDs now. "
C) "I insist that my partner wear a condom. "
D) "I am protected because I take the pill. "
Q2) The nurse would delay the administration of DTaP when the mother says that her infant:
A) has diarrhea.
B) had a temperature of 40. 5° C (105° F) from the previous inoculation.
C) is teething.
D) is traveling with her to Europe in a week.
Q3) The well-child clinic nurse will prepare to give which inoculation(s)to a healthy 2-month-old? Select all that apply.
A) DTaP
B) Hib
C) IPV
D) MMR
E) PCV
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Chapter 33: The Child with an Emotional or Behavioral Condition
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Q1) The nurse explains that use of stimulants will decrease hyperactivity in the autistic child but has the negative aspect of:
A) sedating the child.
B) impairing cognition.
C) causing hypotension.
D) creating fluid retention.
Q2) When a parent asks the nurse to describe what is meant by a "learning disability," the nurse's most helpful response would be:
A) "A child may have difficulty with perception, language, comprehension, or memory. "
B) "It is characterized by inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity. "
C) "The child's intellectual ability limits his learning. "
D) "The child has difficulty learning because of brain damage. "
Q3) The nurse documents that every time the child is directed to discuss the relationship with her brother,she complains of shortness of breath and begins to have asthma-like symptoms.The nurse assesses this behavior as a(n)_________________ reaction.
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Chapter 34: Complementary and Alternative Therapies in Maternity and Pediatric Nursing
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Q1) The nurse points out that light therapy is used in the treatment of patients with which disorder(s)? Select all that apply.
A) Digestive disorders
B) Seasonal affective disorder
C) Inflammatory diseases
D) Stress disorders
E) Jaundice
Q2) The nurse explains that _______________ are areas of skin that are innervated by the dorsal roots of the spinal cord,which are the basis of acupressure therapy.
Q3) The nurse caring for a patient taking warfarin would report to the physician that the patient has disclosed that he also takes the herbal remedy of:
A) angelica (dong quai).
B) chamomile.
C) ginseng.
D) kava-kava.
Q4) While taking care of a Navajo child,the nurse welcomes their folk healer,called a
Q5) The practice of ____________ is a process of fascia pressure and stretching.
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