Question 1
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An 8-year-old child is hit by a motor vehicle in the school parking lot. The school nurse notes that the child is responding to verbal stimulation but is not moving his extremities when requested. What is the first action the nurse should take?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
C: Have someone notify the emergency medical services (EMS) system. Ensuring prompt medical assistance is crucial for an injured child, especially when there are signs of potential serious injury or neurological issues. The child's unresponsiveness in moving extremities indicates a need for immediate professional evaluation and intervention.
A: Wait for the child's parents to arrive. Delaying medical assistance by waiting for parents could worsen the child's condition, as timely intervention is essential in emergency situations involving potential trauma.
B: Move the child out of the parking lot. Moving the child may exacerbate any injuries he has sustained, particularly spinal or head injuries, making it critical to keep him still until help arrives.
D: Help the child stand to return to play. Encouraging the child to stand could lead to further injury and is inappropriate given the signs of potential trauma observed by the nurse.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Have someone notify the emergency medical services (EMS) system. Ensuring prompt medical assistance is crucial for an injured child, especially when there are signs of potential serious injury or neurological issues. The child's unresponsiveness in moving extremities indicates a need for immediate professional evaluation and intervention.
A: Wait for the child's parents to arrive. Delaying medical assistance by waiting for parents could worsen the child's condition, as timely intervention is essential in emergency situations involving potential trauma.
B: Move the child out of the parking lot. Moving the child may exacerbate any injuries he has sustained, particularly spinal or head injuries, making it critical to keep him still until help arrives.
D: Help the child stand to return to play. Encouraging the child to stand could lead to further injury and is inappropriate given the signs of potential trauma observed by the nurse.
Question 2
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The nurse stops to assist an adolescent who has experienced severe trauma when hit by a motorcycle. The emergency medical system (EMS) has been activated. The first person who provided assistance applied a tourniquet to the childs leg because of arterial bleeding. What should the nurse do related to the tourniquet?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Leave the tourniquet in place.
The application of a tourniquet is a critical intervention for severe arterial bleeding, and removing it can lead to exsanguination. It is essential to maintain pressure to control hemorrhage until professional medical help arrives, ensuring the adolescent's safety and stability during transport.
A: Loosen the tourniquet. Loosening the tourniquet can compromise its effectiveness, potentially leading to further blood loss and worsening the patient's condition, which is especially dangerous in cases of severe trauma.
C: Remove the tourniquet and apply direct pressure if bleeding is still present. Removing the tourniquet could cause a sudden increase in bleeding, counteracting the initial life-saving measures taken and risking the patient's life.
D: Remove the tourniquet every 5 minutes, leaving it off for 30 seconds each time. This method disrupts the necessary continuous pressure required to control severe bleeding, significantly increasing the risk of hemorrhagic shock and further complications.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leave the tourniquet in place.
The application of a tourniquet is a critical intervention for severe arterial bleeding, and removing it can lead to exsanguination. It is essential to maintain pressure to control hemorrhage until professional medical help arrives, ensuring the adolescent's safety and stability during transport.
A: Loosen the tourniquet. Loosening the tourniquet can compromise its effectiveness, potentially leading to further blood loss and worsening the patient's condition, which is especially dangerous in cases of severe trauma.
C: Remove the tourniquet and apply direct pressure if bleeding is still present. Removing the tourniquet could cause a sudden increase in bleeding, counteracting the initial life-saving measures taken and risking the patient's life.
D: Remove the tourniquet every 5 minutes, leaving it off for 30 seconds each time. This method disrupts the necessary continuous pressure required to control severe bleeding, significantly increasing the risk of hemorrhagic shock and further complications.
Question 3
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What is a physiologic effect of immobilization on children?
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The correct answer is: C
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Circulatory stasis can lead to thrombus and embolus formation. Immobilization in children causes blood flow to slow, increasing the risk of clot formation in veins, which can have severe health consequences.
A: Metabolic rate increases. Immobilization typically results in a decreased metabolic rate rather than an increase, as physical inactivity reduces energy expenditure and overall metabolic processes in the body.
B: Venous return improves because the child is in the supine position. Although the supine position can aid venous return, immobilization actually hinders circulation, leading to potential complications rather than improvements in blood flow.
D: Bone calcium increases, releasing excess calcium into the body (hypercalcemia). Immobilization generally leads to bone density loss and decreased calcium retention, not an increase in calcium levels within the body.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Circulatory stasis can lead to thrombus and embolus formation. Immobilization in children causes blood flow to slow, increasing the risk of clot formation in veins, which can have severe health consequences.
A: Metabolic rate increases. Immobilization typically results in a decreased metabolic rate rather than an increase, as physical inactivity reduces energy expenditure and overall metabolic processes in the body.
B: Venous return improves because the child is in the supine position. Although the supine position can aid venous return, immobilization actually hinders circulation, leading to potential complications rather than improvements in blood flow.
D: Bone calcium increases, releasing excess calcium into the body (hypercalcemia). Immobilization generally leads to bone density loss and decreased calcium retention, not an increase in calcium levels within the body.
Question 4
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What condition can result from the bone demineralization associated with immobility?
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The correct answer is: A
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Osteoporosis. Bone demineralization due to immobility leads to a decrease in bone density, increasing the risk of fractures and skeletal weakness, which characterizes osteoporosis as a prevalent condition in immobilized individuals.
B: Pooling of blood. This condition primarily relates to circulatory issues and is linked to prolonged inactivity but does not directly stem from bone demineralization processes.
C: Urinary retention. While immobility can influence bladder function, it does not connect to the bone demineralization that primarily results in osteoporosis as a consequence.
D: Susceptibility to infection. Although immobility may weaken the immune response, it is not a direct outcome of bone demineralization and does not relate to osteoporosis specifically.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Osteoporosis. Bone demineralization due to immobility leads to a decrease in bone density, increasing the risk of fractures and skeletal weakness, which characterizes osteoporosis as a prevalent condition in immobilized individuals.
B: Pooling of blood. This condition primarily relates to circulatory issues and is linked to prolonged inactivity but does not directly stem from bone demineralization processes.
C: Urinary retention. While immobility can influence bladder function, it does not connect to the bone demineralization that primarily results in osteoporosis as a consequence.
D: Susceptibility to infection. Although immobility may weaken the immune response, it is not a direct outcome of bone demineralization and does not relate to osteoporosis specifically.
Question 5
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What measure is important in managing hypercalcemia in a child who is immobilized?
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The correct answer is: A
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Provide adequate hydration.
Hydration is crucial in managing hypercalcemia, especially for immobilized children, as it helps dilute calcium levels in the bloodstream and promotes renal excretion of excess calcium, reducing potential complications.
B: Change position frequently. While movement is beneficial for overall health, it does not directly address the elevated calcium levels or help in their management for immobilized children.
C: Encourage a diet high in calcium. Increasing dietary calcium can worsen hypercalcemia, as it raises serum calcium levels rather than alleviating the condition, which is counterproductive for affected children.
D: Provide a diet high in calories for healing. High-calorie diets do not impact calcium levels and are not relevant in managing hypercalcemia; they focus on nutritional intake rather than correcting calcium imbalances.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Provide adequate hydration.
Hydration is crucial in managing hypercalcemia, especially for immobilized children, as it helps dilute calcium levels in the bloodstream and promotes renal excretion of excess calcium, reducing potential complications.
B: Change position frequently. While movement is beneficial for overall health, it does not directly address the elevated calcium levels or help in their management for immobilized children.
C: Encourage a diet high in calcium. Increasing dietary calcium can worsen hypercalcemia, as it raises serum calcium levels rather than alleviating the condition, which is counterproductive for affected children.
D: Provide a diet high in calories for healing. High-calorie diets do not impact calcium levels and are not relevant in managing hypercalcemia; they focus on nutritional intake rather than correcting calcium imbalances.
Question 6
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The nurse is caring for an immobilized preschool child. What intervention is helpful during this period of immobilization?
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The correct answer is: D
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D: Take the child for a walk by wagon outside the room. This intervention promotes mobility and social interaction, crucial for the child's emotional well-being, reducing feelings of isolation during immobilization.
A: Encourage wearing pajamas. This option does not address the need for movement and social engagement, which are essential for a child's development and can exacerbate feelings of confinement.
B: Let the child have few behavioral limitations. While autonomy is important, this approach may lead to unsafe behaviors without addressing the need for appropriate physical activity and socialization.
C: Keep the child away from other immobilized children if possible. Isolation can heighten feelings of loneliness and anxiety, contradicting the goal of fostering connections and support among peers in similar situations.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: Take the child for a walk by wagon outside the room. This intervention promotes mobility and social interaction, crucial for the child's emotional well-being, reducing feelings of isolation during immobilization.
A: Encourage wearing pajamas. This option does not address the need for movement and social engagement, which are essential for a child's development and can exacerbate feelings of confinement.
B: Let the child have few behavioral limitations. While autonomy is important, this approach may lead to unsafe behaviors without addressing the need for appropriate physical activity and socialization.
C: Keep the child away from other immobilized children if possible. Isolation can heighten feelings of loneliness and anxiety, contradicting the goal of fostering connections and support among peers in similar situations.
Question 7
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The nurse is teaching parents the proper use of a hip-knee-ankle-foot orthosis (HKAFO) for their 4-year-old child. The parents demonstrate basic essential knowledge by making what statement?
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The correct answer is: D
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D: Condition of the skin in contact with the brace should be checked every 4 hours. Regular skin checks are crucial to prevent pressure sores and ensure the child’s comfort while wearing the HKAFO. This demonstrates the parents’ understanding of monitoring skin integrity, which is essential for effective and safe brace use.
A: Alcohol will be used twice a day to clean the skin around the brace. Over-cleaning with alcohol can irritate the skin, leading to damage and discomfort; gentler cleaning methods are preferable.
B: Weekly visits to the orthotist are scheduled to check screws for tightness. While maintenance is important, weekly visits are not typically necessary for screw checks unless issues arise; this statement reflects a misunderstanding of routine care.
C: Initially, a burning sensation is expected and the brace should remain in place. Experiencing a burning sensation is not a normal expectation and should prompt immediate evaluation, indicating a possible fit issue rather than acceptable discomfort.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: Condition of the skin in contact with the brace should be checked every 4 hours. Regular skin checks are crucial to prevent pressure sores and ensure the child’s comfort while wearing the HKAFO. This demonstrates the parents’ understanding of monitoring skin integrity, which is essential for effective and safe brace use.
A: Alcohol will be used twice a day to clean the skin around the brace. Over-cleaning with alcohol can irritate the skin, leading to damage and discomfort; gentler cleaning methods are preferable.
B: Weekly visits to the orthotist are scheduled to check screws for tightness. While maintenance is important, weekly visits are not typically necessary for screw checks unless issues arise; this statement reflects a misunderstanding of routine care.
C: Initially, a burning sensation is expected and the brace should remain in place. Experiencing a burning sensation is not a normal expectation and should prompt immediate evaluation, indicating a possible fit issue rather than acceptable discomfort.
Question 8
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Immobilization causes what effect on metabolism?
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The correct answer is: B
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Decreased metabolic rate. Immobilization leads to a reduction in physical activity, which subsequently lowers energy expenditure and metabolic processes. This decline impacts various physiological functions, including the body’s overall metabolism and energy utilization.
A: Hypocalcemia. Immobilization does not directly lead to low calcium levels; rather, it may affect calcium metabolism differently, potentially causing increased levels due to reduced bone stress.
C: Positive nitrogen balance. Immobilization typically results in negative nitrogen balance due to decreased protein synthesis and muscle breakdown, contrary to the idea of maintaining or gaining nitrogen.
D: Increased levels of stress hormones. While immobilization can induce stress, it primarily leads to metabolic changes rather than a direct increase in stress hormones, which are more complexly regulated.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decreased metabolic rate. Immobilization leads to a reduction in physical activity, which subsequently lowers energy expenditure and metabolic processes. This decline impacts various physiological functions, including the body’s overall metabolism and energy utilization.
A: Hypocalcemia. Immobilization does not directly lead to low calcium levels; rather, it may affect calcium metabolism differently, potentially causing increased levels due to reduced bone stress.
C: Positive nitrogen balance. Immobilization typically results in negative nitrogen balance due to decreased protein synthesis and muscle breakdown, contrary to the idea of maintaining or gaining nitrogen.
D: Increased levels of stress hormones. While immobilization can induce stress, it primarily leads to metabolic changes rather than a direct increase in stress hormones, which are more complexly regulated.
Question 9
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What finding is characteristic of fractures in children?
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The correct answer is: B
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Rapidity of healing is inversely related to the child's age. Younger children typically experience faster healing processes due to their more robust biological systems, while older children show slower healing rates as they approach adulthood.
A: Fractures rarely occur at the growth plate site because it absorbs shock well. Growth plates are vulnerable in children, often leading to fractures rather than being effective shock absorbers.
C: Pliable bones of growing children are less porous than those of adults. Children's bones are indeed more pliable, but they possess greater porosity, making them more susceptible to fractures rather than being less so.
D: The periosteum of a child's bone is thinner, is weaker, and has less osteogenic potential compared to that of an adult. While the periosteum is thinner, it actually has greater osteogenic potential, facilitating faster healing.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rapidity of healing is inversely related to the child's age. Younger children typically experience faster healing processes due to their more robust biological systems, while older children show slower healing rates as they approach adulthood.
A: Fractures rarely occur at the growth plate site because it absorbs shock well. Growth plates are vulnerable in children, often leading to fractures rather than being effective shock absorbers.
C: Pliable bones of growing children are less porous than those of adults. Children's bones are indeed more pliable, but they possess greater porosity, making them more susceptible to fractures rather than being less so.
D: The periosteum of a child's bone is thinner, is weaker, and has less osteogenic potential compared to that of an adult. While the periosteum is thinner, it actually has greater osteogenic potential, facilitating faster healing.
Question 10
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A 14-year-old is admitted to the emergency department with a fracture of the right humerus epiphyseal plate through the joint surface. What information does the nurse know regarding this type of fracture?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
This type of fracture requires different management to prevent bone growth complications. The epiphyseal plate is crucial for growth, and any disruption can lead to potential long-term issues such as limb length discrepancies or joint deformities if not properly addressed.
A: It will create difficulty because the child is left handed. The child's handedness does not directly impact the management or complications associated with a humeral epiphyseal plate fracture.
B: It will heal slowly because this is the weakest part of the bone. While the epiphyseal plate is a weak area, healing time is influenced by various factors, not solely its weakness.
D: This type of fracture necessitates complete immobilization of the shoulder for 4 to 6 weeks. Complete immobilization is not always required; management strategies can vary based on the fracture's specifics and the child's overall health.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This type of fracture requires different management to prevent bone growth complications. The epiphyseal plate is crucial for growth, and any disruption can lead to potential long-term issues such as limb length discrepancies or joint deformities if not properly addressed.
A: It will create difficulty because the child is left handed. The child's handedness does not directly impact the management or complications associated with a humeral epiphyseal plate fracture.
B: It will heal slowly because this is the weakest part of the bone. While the epiphyseal plate is a weak area, healing time is influenced by various factors, not solely its weakness.
D: This type of fracture necessitates complete immobilization of the shoulder for 4 to 6 weeks. Complete immobilization is not always required; management strategies can vary based on the fracture's specifics and the child's overall health.
Question 11
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Parents bring a 7-year-old child to the clinic for evaluation of an injured wrist after a bicycle accident. The parents and child are upset, and the child will not allow an examination of the injured arm. What priority nursing intervention should occur at this time?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Calmly ask the child to point to where the pain is worst and to wiggle fingers. This approach helps establish communication, alleviates anxiety, and enables a preliminary assessment of the injury without causing further distress to the child.
A: Send the child to radiology so radiography can be performed. Immediate imaging may exacerbate the child's fear and resistance, delaying necessary pain management and emotional support during a critical moment.
B: Initiate an intravenous line and administer morphine for the pain. This intervention prioritizes medication over establishing trust and communication, which is essential for a child in distress and may induce further fear.
D: Have the parents hold the child so that the nurse can examine the arm thoroughly. This option may increase the child's anxiety and feelings of helplessness, making it more difficult to perform a thorough examination.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Calmly ask the child to point to where the pain is worst and to wiggle fingers. This approach helps establish communication, alleviates anxiety, and enables a preliminary assessment of the injury without causing further distress to the child.
A: Send the child to radiology so radiography can be performed. Immediate imaging may exacerbate the child's fear and resistance, delaying necessary pain management and emotional support during a critical moment.
B: Initiate an intravenous line and administer morphine for the pain. This intervention prioritizes medication over establishing trust and communication, which is essential for a child in distress and may induce further fear.
D: Have the parents hold the child so that the nurse can examine the arm thoroughly. This option may increase the child's anxiety and feelings of helplessness, making it more difficult to perform a thorough examination.
Question 12
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A 7-year-old child has just had a cast applied for a fractured arm with the wrist and elbow immobilized. What information should be included in the home care instructions?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Elevate casted arm when both upright and resting. Elevating the arm helps reduce swelling and discomfort, promoting better circulation and healing, which is crucial for recovery following a fracture.
A: No restrictions of activity are indicated. Allowing unrestricted activity can lead to complications, such as increased swelling or improper healing, which necessitates careful monitoring and adherence to activity limitations during recovery.
C: The shoulder should be kept as immobile as possible to avoid pain. While minimizing shoulder movement can be beneficial, complete immobility is not necessary and may hinder overall mobility and rehabilitation.
D: Swelling of the fingers is to be expected. Notify a health professional if it persists more than 48 hours. While some swelling is normal, ongoing swelling may indicate complications, so this guidance is essential for ensuring proper recovery.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevate casted arm when both upright and resting. Elevating the arm helps reduce swelling and discomfort, promoting better circulation and healing, which is crucial for recovery following a fracture.
A: No restrictions of activity are indicated. Allowing unrestricted activity can lead to complications, such as increased swelling or improper healing, which necessitates careful monitoring and adherence to activity limitations during recovery.
C: The shoulder should be kept as immobile as possible to avoid pain. While minimizing shoulder movement can be beneficial, complete immobility is not necessary and may hinder overall mobility and rehabilitation.
D: Swelling of the fingers is to be expected. Notify a health professional if it persists more than 48 hours. While some swelling is normal, ongoing swelling may indicate complications, so this guidance is essential for ensuring proper recovery.
Question 13
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The nurse uses the five Ps to assess ischemia in a child with a fracture. What finding is considered a late and ominous sign?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Paresthesia is considered a late and ominous sign of ischemia in a child with a fracture. This symptom indicates nerve impairment and potential irreversible damage, prompting urgent intervention to restore adequate blood flow and prevent further complications.
A: Petaling Involves the smoothing or rounding of plaster casts, not a direct indicator of ischemia. It focuses on cast care rather than assessing vascular or neurological status.
B: Posturing Refers to the positioning of limbs indicative of neurological status, but it does not specifically highlight ischemia or impaired blood flow in the context of fractures.
D: Positioning Concerns the arrangement of the body or limbs, which does not provide relevant information about vascular compromise or the presence of ischemia in the affected area.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Paresthesia is considered a late and ominous sign of ischemia in a child with a fracture. This symptom indicates nerve impairment and potential irreversible damage, prompting urgent intervention to restore adequate blood flow and prevent further complications.
A: Petaling Involves the smoothing or rounding of plaster casts, not a direct indicator of ischemia. It focuses on cast care rather than assessing vascular or neurological status.
B: Posturing Refers to the positioning of limbs indicative of neurological status, but it does not specifically highlight ischemia or impaired blood flow in the context of fractures.
D: Positioning Concerns the arrangement of the body or limbs, which does not provide relevant information about vascular compromise or the presence of ischemia in the affected area.
Question 14
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A child is upset because, when the cast is removed from her leg, the skin surface is caked with desquamated skin and sebaceous secretions. What technique should the nurse suggest to remove this material?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
Soak in a bathtub. Soaking the leg in warm water helps to soften the desquamated skin and sebaceous secretions, making it easier to gently remove the material without causing irritation or injury to the skin.
B: Vigorously scrub the leg. This method can damage the delicate skin and exacerbate discomfort, potentially leading to skin irritation or injury rather than effectively removing the accumulated material.
C: Carefully pick material off the leg. Picking at the skin can lead to further irritation, potential injury, or infection, failing to address the underlying issue of the accumulated secretions properly.
D: Apply powder to absorb the material. Applying powder does not effectively remove the desquamated skin and sebaceous secretions, and may further complicate the situation by causing additional skin irritation or clogging pores.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Soak in a bathtub. Soaking the leg in warm water helps to soften the desquamated skin and sebaceous secretions, making it easier to gently remove the material without causing irritation or injury to the skin.
B: Vigorously scrub the leg. This method can damage the delicate skin and exacerbate discomfort, potentially leading to skin irritation or injury rather than effectively removing the accumulated material.
C: Carefully pick material off the leg. Picking at the skin can lead to further irritation, potential injury, or infection, failing to address the underlying issue of the accumulated secretions properly.
D: Apply powder to absorb the material. Applying powder does not effectively remove the desquamated skin and sebaceous secretions, and may further complicate the situation by causing additional skin irritation or clogging pores.
Question 15
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A child with a hip spica cast is being prepared for discharge. Recognizing that caring for a child at home is complex, the nurse should include what instructions for the parents discharge teaching?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Specially designed car restraints are necessary. These restraints ensure the child's body is properly supported and protected while traveling, minimizing the risk of injury and accommodating the hip spica cast effectively during transport.
A: Turn every 8 hours. Frequent turning may not be necessary; the focus should be on maintaining stability and comfort for the child with a hip spica cast.
C: Diapers should be avoided to reduce soiling of the cast. Specialized diapering options exist that accommodate casts, allowing for hygiene without compromising the cast’s integrity.
D: Use an abduction bar between the legs to aid in turning. This practice is not indicated for home care as it may complicate mobility and comfort for the child.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Specially designed car restraints are necessary. These restraints ensure the child's body is properly supported and protected while traveling, minimizing the risk of injury and accommodating the hip spica cast effectively during transport.
A: Turn every 8 hours. Frequent turning may not be necessary; the focus should be on maintaining stability and comfort for the child with a hip spica cast.
C: Diapers should be avoided to reduce soiling of the cast. Specialized diapering options exist that accommodate casts, allowing for hygiene without compromising the cast’s integrity.
D: Use an abduction bar between the legs to aid in turning. This practice is not indicated for home care as it may complicate mobility and comfort for the child.
Question 16
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What is an appropriate nursing intervention when caring for a child in traction?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Assessing for tightness, weakness, or contractures in uninvolved joints and muscles is an appropriate nursing intervention when caring for a child in traction. This evaluation helps ensure overall musculoskeletal health, preventing complications associated with immobilization and promoting optimal recovery.
A: Removing adhesive traction straps daily to prevent skin breakdown may disrupt the traction mechanism and compromise alignment, leading to ineffective treatment and increased risk of further injury.
C: Providing active range of motion exercises to the affected extremity three times a day could place unnecessary stress on the injured area, potentially hindering healing and exacerbating the child's condition.
D: Keeping the child prone to maintain good alignment may actually lead to discomfort and psychological distress, as children often feel more secure and comfortable in an upright or semi-reclined position.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing for tightness, weakness, or contractures in uninvolved joints and muscles is an appropriate nursing intervention when caring for a child in traction. This evaluation helps ensure overall musculoskeletal health, preventing complications associated with immobilization and promoting optimal recovery.
A: Removing adhesive traction straps daily to prevent skin breakdown may disrupt the traction mechanism and compromise alignment, leading to ineffective treatment and increased risk of further injury.
C: Providing active range of motion exercises to the affected extremity three times a day could place unnecessary stress on the injured area, potentially hindering healing and exacerbating the child's condition.
D: Keeping the child prone to maintain good alignment may actually lead to discomfort and psychological distress, as children often feel more secure and comfortable in an upright or semi-reclined position.
Question 17
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The nurse is caring for a hospitalized adolescent whose femur was fractured 18 hours ago. The adolescent suddenly develops chest pain and dyspnea. The nurse should suspect what complication?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Pulmonary embolism. The adolescent's recent femur fracture increases the risk of blood clots, which can travel to the lungs, causing chest pain and dyspnea, indicative of a pulmonary embolism.
A: Sepsis. While infection can occur post-fracture, the specific symptoms of chest pain and dyspnea align more closely with pulmonary embolism rather than systemic infection observed in sepsis.
B: Osteomyelitis. This condition involves bone infection and typically presents with localized pain, fever, and swelling, not acute respiratory symptoms like chest pain and dyspnea seen in pulmonary embolism.
D: Acute respiratory tract infection. Symptoms of respiratory infections differ from those of a pulmonary embolism, which is characterized by sudden chest pain and dyspnea, not consistent with typical respiratory infection presentations.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pulmonary embolism. The adolescent's recent femur fracture increases the risk of blood clots, which can travel to the lungs, causing chest pain and dyspnea, indicative of a pulmonary embolism.
A: Sepsis. While infection can occur post-fracture, the specific symptoms of chest pain and dyspnea align more closely with pulmonary embolism rather than systemic infection observed in sepsis.
B: Osteomyelitis. This condition involves bone infection and typically presents with localized pain, fever, and swelling, not acute respiratory symptoms like chest pain and dyspnea seen in pulmonary embolism.
D: Acute respiratory tract infection. Symptoms of respiratory infections differ from those of a pulmonary embolism, which is characterized by sudden chest pain and dyspnea, not consistent with typical respiratory infection presentations.
Question 18
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What statement is correct regarding sports injuries during adolescence?
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The correct answer is: D
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Adolescents may not possess insight and judgment to recognize when a sports activity is beyond their capabilities. This lack of awareness can lead to overexertion and increased susceptibility to injuries during sports participation.
A: Conditioning does not help prevent many sports injuries. Conditioning plays a critical role in enhancing physical readiness, which significantly reduces the likelihood of sustaining injuries during athletic activities.
B: The increase in strength and vigor during adolescence helps prevent injuries related to fatigue. While strength increases, fatigue can still lead to injuries; thus, this statement oversimplifies the relationship between vigor and injury prevention.
C: More injuries occur during organized athletic competition than during recreational sports participation. Organized competitions often involve higher intensity and greater pressure, which typically leads to a higher incidence of injuries compared to casual recreational play.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adolescents may not possess insight and judgment to recognize when a sports activity is beyond their capabilities. This lack of awareness can lead to overexertion and increased susceptibility to injuries during sports participation.
A: Conditioning does not help prevent many sports injuries. Conditioning plays a critical role in enhancing physical readiness, which significantly reduces the likelihood of sustaining injuries during athletic activities.
B: The increase in strength and vigor during adolescence helps prevent injuries related to fatigue. While strength increases, fatigue can still lead to injuries; thus, this statement oversimplifies the relationship between vigor and injury prevention.
C: More injuries occur during organized athletic competition than during recreational sports participation. Organized competitions often involve higher intensity and greater pressure, which typically leads to a higher incidence of injuries compared to casual recreational play.
Question 19
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The middle school nurse is speaking to parents about prevention of injuries as a goal of the physical education program. How should the goal be achieved?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Education of adults to recognize signs that indicate a risk for injury. This proactive approach empowers parents to identify potential hazards and intervene early, thereby effectively reducing the likelihood of injuries in children participating in physical activities. Knowledgeable adults can create a safer environment, ensuring that children engage in sports and exercise with minimized risk.
A: Use of protective equipment at the family's discretion. While protective gear is beneficial, relying solely on families to decide its use may lead to inconsistent implementation and inadequate safety measures.
C: Sports medicine program to help student athletes work through overuse injuries. This option focuses on treatment rather than prevention, addressing injuries after they occur rather than equipping adults to prevent them in the first place.
D: Arrangements for multiple sports to use the same athletic fields to accommodate more children. Although this promotes participation, it does not directly contribute to injury prevention or educate parents on recognizing risks.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Education of adults to recognize signs that indicate a risk for injury. This proactive approach empowers parents to identify potential hazards and intervene early, thereby effectively reducing the likelihood of injuries in children participating in physical activities. Knowledgeable adults can create a safer environment, ensuring that children engage in sports and exercise with minimized risk.
A: Use of protective equipment at the family's discretion. While protective gear is beneficial, relying solely on families to decide its use may lead to inconsistent implementation and inadequate safety measures.
C: Sports medicine program to help student athletes work through overuse injuries. This option focuses on treatment rather than prevention, addressing injuries after they occur rather than equipping adults to prevent them in the first place.
D: Arrangements for multiple sports to use the same athletic fields to accommodate more children. Although this promotes participation, it does not directly contribute to injury prevention or educate parents on recognizing risks.
Question 20
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A young girl has just injured her ankle at school. In addition to notifying the childs parents, what is the most appropriate, immediate action by the school nurse?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
Apply ice.
Applying ice is the most appropriate immediate action as it helps reduce swelling and numbs pain, providing essential first aid for an acute injury like an ankle sprain. This intervention addresses inflammation and aids in the healing process while waiting for further medical evaluation or parental guidance.
B: Observe for edema and discoloration. While observing for symptoms is important, it does not provide immediate relief or treatment for the pain and swelling following the injury.
C: Encourage child to assume a position of comfort. Although comfort is vital, this action does not actively address the injury's acute symptoms or provide the necessary first aid response needed immediately.
D: Obtain parental permission for administration of acetaminophen or aspirin. Gaining parental consent is important, but this step delays the immediate treatment needed to alleviate pain and reduce swelling from the injury.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Apply ice.
Applying ice is the most appropriate immediate action as it helps reduce swelling and numbs pain, providing essential first aid for an acute injury like an ankle sprain. This intervention addresses inflammation and aids in the healing process while waiting for further medical evaluation or parental guidance.
B: Observe for edema and discoloration. While observing for symptoms is important, it does not provide immediate relief or treatment for the pain and swelling following the injury.
C: Encourage child to assume a position of comfort. Although comfort is vital, this action does not actively address the injury's acute symptoms or provide the necessary first aid response needed immediately.
D: Obtain parental permission for administration of acetaminophen or aspirin. Gaining parental consent is important, but this step delays the immediate treatment needed to alleviate pain and reduce swelling from the injury.
Question 21
Regular
A student athlete was injured during a basketball game. The nurse observes significant swelling. The player states he thought he heard a pop, that the pain is pretty bad, and that the ankle feels as if it is coming apart. Based on this description, the nurse suspects what injury?
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The correct answer is: A
Rationale
A: Sprain
The description of significant swelling, a popping sound, and the feeling of the ankle coming apart are classic indications of a sprain. This injury typically involves overstretching or tearing ligaments, aligning with the athlete's symptoms.
B: Fracture
A fracture generally presents with severe pain and potential deformity. The description lacks explicit indicators of broken bones, making it less likely than a sprain in this scenario.
C: Dislocation
Dislocations often result in visible deformity and are accompanied by extreme pain and immobility. The athlete's report of swelling and pain does not confirm this more severe injury type.
D: Stress fracture
Stress fractures develop gradually from overuse, characterized by persistent pain rather than acute symptoms. The sudden onset of pain and swelling suggests a more immediate ligament injury like a sprain.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A: Sprain
The description of significant swelling, a popping sound, and the feeling of the ankle coming apart are classic indications of a sprain. This injury typically involves overstretching or tearing ligaments, aligning with the athlete's symptoms.
B: Fracture
A fracture generally presents with severe pain and potential deformity. The description lacks explicit indicators of broken bones, making it less likely than a sprain in this scenario.
C: Dislocation
Dislocations often result in visible deformity and are accompanied by extreme pain and immobility. The athlete's report of swelling and pain does not confirm this more severe injury type.
D: Stress fracture
Stress fractures develop gradually from overuse, characterized by persistent pain rather than acute symptoms. The sudden onset of pain and swelling suggests a more immediate ligament injury like a sprain.
Question 22
Regular
An adolescent comes to the school nurse after experiencing shin splints during a track meet. What reassurance should the nurse offer?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Shin splints can be effectively managed with ice, rest, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which help reduce inflammation and alleviate pain, providing reassurance to the adolescent experiencing this common running injury.
A: Shin splints are expected in runners. While shin splints are common, simply stating this does not provide the necessary reassurance or guidance for effective recovery.
C: It is generally best to run around and work the pain out. Continuing to run can exacerbate the injury, preventing proper healing and prolonging discomfort rather than facilitating recovery.
D: Moist heat and acetaminophen are indicated for this type of injury. Moist heat may not effectively address inflammation, and acetaminophen does not possess the anti-inflammatory properties needed for optimal recovery in this situation.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shin splints can be effectively managed with ice, rest, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which help reduce inflammation and alleviate pain, providing reassurance to the adolescent experiencing this common running injury.
A: Shin splints are expected in runners. While shin splints are common, simply stating this does not provide the necessary reassurance or guidance for effective recovery.
C: It is generally best to run around and work the pain out. Continuing to run can exacerbate the injury, preventing proper healing and prolonging discomfort rather than facilitating recovery.
D: Moist heat and acetaminophen are indicated for this type of injury. Moist heat may not effectively address inflammation, and acetaminophen does not possess the anti-inflammatory properties needed for optimal recovery in this situation.
Question 23
Regular
The nurse at a summer camp recognizes the signs of heatstroke in an adolescent girl. Her temperature is 40 C (104 F). She is slightly confused but able to drink water. Nursing care while waiting for transport to the hospital should include what intervention?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Apply towels wet with cool water. This intervention effectively lowers body temperature through evaporation and conduction, providing immediate relief while waiting for transport. Monitoring the patient’s condition is crucial during this time.
A: Administer antipyretics. This treatment is not suitable for heatstroke, as it does not address the underlying cause of elevated body temperature, which requires physical cooling methods.
B: Administer salt tablets. While electrolyte balance is important, giving salt tablets is not an immediate cooling method and may lead to complications if the girl is already dehydrated.
D: Sponge with solution of rubbing alcohol and water. This method can cause skin irritation and absorption issues; it’s less effective compared to cool water towels in reducing body temperature.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Apply towels wet with cool water. This intervention effectively lowers body temperature through evaporation and conduction, providing immediate relief while waiting for transport. Monitoring the patient’s condition is crucial during this time.
A: Administer antipyretics. This treatment is not suitable for heatstroke, as it does not address the underlying cause of elevated body temperature, which requires physical cooling methods.
B: Administer salt tablets. While electrolyte balance is important, giving salt tablets is not an immediate cooling method and may lead to complications if the girl is already dehydrated.
D: Sponge with solution of rubbing alcohol and water. This method can cause skin irritation and absorption issues; it’s less effective compared to cool water towels in reducing body temperature.
Question 24
Regular
What is the recommended drink for athletes during practice and competition?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
Cold water for gastrointestinal tract rapid absorption is the recommended drink for athletes during practice and competition.
Cold water is crucial for athletes as it aids in quick hydration, helping to regulate body temperature and maintain performance levels. Its rapid absorption in the gastrointestinal tract ensures that athletes can replenish fluids effectively, preventing dehydration during intense physical activity.
A: Sports drinks to replace carbohydrates offer energy but may not provide the immediate hydration needed during practice. Athletes require fluids that can be absorbed quickly for optimal performance.
C: Carbonated beverages to help with acid-base balance are not ideal for hydration. The carbonation can lead to bloating and discomfort, hindering an athlete's ability to perform effectively.
D: Enhanced performance carbohydrate-electrolyte drinks are beneficial but focus more on providing energy rather than immediate hydration. They may not deliver the rapid absorption that cold water offers during intense activities.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cold water for gastrointestinal tract rapid absorption is the recommended drink for athletes during practice and competition.
Cold water is crucial for athletes as it aids in quick hydration, helping to regulate body temperature and maintain performance levels. Its rapid absorption in the gastrointestinal tract ensures that athletes can replenish fluids effectively, preventing dehydration during intense physical activity.
A: Sports drinks to replace carbohydrates offer energy but may not provide the immediate hydration needed during practice. Athletes require fluids that can be absorbed quickly for optimal performance.
C: Carbonated beverages to help with acid-base balance are not ideal for hydration. The carbonation can lead to bloating and discomfort, hindering an athlete's ability to perform effectively.
D: Enhanced performance carbohydrate-electrolyte drinks are beneficial but focus more on providing energy rather than immediate hydration. They may not deliver the rapid absorption that cold water offers during intense activities.
Question 25
Regular
The nurse is teaching the girls varsity sports teams about the female athlete triad. What is essential information to include?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
C: Pregnancy can occur in the absence of menstruation. Understanding that menstruation is not a prerequisite for pregnancy is crucial for athletes, as it highlights the importance of recognizing the potential reproductive health implications of the female athlete triad.
A: They should take low to moderate calcium to avoid hypercalcemia. Adequate calcium intake is vital for bone health, especially for athletes; low intake could lead to weakened bones rather than avoiding hypercalcemia.
B: They have strong bones because of the athletic training. While athletic training does promote bone strength, the triad can lead to low bone density, countering any benefits gained from exercise.
D: A diet high in carbohydrates accommodates increased training. Although carbohydrates are important for energy, the triad emphasizes the need for a balanced diet that includes sufficient nutrients for overall health, not just carbohydrates.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Pregnancy can occur in the absence of menstruation. Understanding that menstruation is not a prerequisite for pregnancy is crucial for athletes, as it highlights the importance of recognizing the potential reproductive health implications of the female athlete triad.
A: They should take low to moderate calcium to avoid hypercalcemia. Adequate calcium intake is vital for bone health, especially for athletes; low intake could lead to weakened bones rather than avoiding hypercalcemia.
B: They have strong bones because of the athletic training. While athletic training does promote bone strength, the triad can lead to low bone density, countering any benefits gained from exercise.
D: A diet high in carbohydrates accommodates increased training. Although carbohydrates are important for energy, the triad emphasizes the need for a balanced diet that includes sufficient nutrients for overall health, not just carbohydrates.
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