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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a 9-month-old baby with a flat, discolored area on the skin. The nurse documents this as a:

A. Papule
B. Macule
C. Vesicle
D. Scale

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Macule

Question 2 of 5

You are called to a residence for a "sick" 5-year-old child. When you arrive and begin your assessment, you note that the child is unconscious with a respiratory rate of 8 breaths/min and a heart rate of 50 beats/min. Management of this child should consist of

A. 100% oxygen via a non-rebreathing mask and rapid transport
B. positive pressure ventilations with a BVM device and rapid transport
C. chest compressions, artificial ventilations, and rapid transport
D. back blows and chest thrusts while attempting artificial ventilations

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: chest compressions, artificial ventilations, and rapid transport

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for an infant with phenylketonuria (PKU). What diet should the nurse anticipate will be ordered by the health care provider?

A. Fat-free
B. Protein-enriched
C. Phenylalanine-free
D. Low-phenylalanine

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Low-phenylalanine

Question 4 of 5

A parent asks the nurse what to do for their child who has an earache and fever. What should the nurse suggest?

A. Applying a warm compress to the affected ear
B. Giving the child a cold drink
C. Administering acetaminophen
D. Taking the child to the emergency department

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Applying a warm compress to the affected ear

Question 5 of 5

A child with Duchenne muscular dystrophy is to receive prednisone as part of their treatment plan. After teaching the child's parents about this drug, which statement by the parents indicates the need for additional teaching?

A. We should give this drug after he eats something.
B. We need to watch carefully for possible infections.
C. The drug should not be stopped abruptly.
D. He might experience weight gain with this drug.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: We should give this drug after he eats something.

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