Question 1

A rectal thermometer should be inserted into the rectum of a preschooler

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A)  1/4 inch. 
B)  1/2 inch. 
C)  1 inch. 
D)  1 1/2 inches. 
A)  1/4 inch. 
B)  1/2 inch. 
C)  1 inch. 
D)  1 1/2 inches.

Question 2

Compared with an adult's,the eustachian tube of a child is

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A)  narrower and longer. 
B)  more horizontal, shorter, and wider. 
C)  shorter and more crooked. 
D)  wider, longer, and more vertical. 
A)  narrower and longer. 
B)  more horizontal, shorter, and wider. 
C)  shorter and more crooked. 
D)  wider, longer, and more vertical.

Question 3

Which finding indicates the presence of a retinoblastoma?

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A)  absent red reflex 
B)  bleeding into the optic nerve sheath 
C)  dark reddish color of the retina 
D)  yellowish or white light reflex 
A)  absent red reflex 
B)  bleeding into the optic nerve sheath 
C)  dark reddish color of the retina 
D)  yellowish or white light reflex

Question 4

When assessing a small child for a thrill,you palpate as for the adult or use the alternative method,which requires the use of the

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A)  distal one-third of your fingers. 
B)  fingertips of your dominant hand. 
C)  palm of your hand. 
D)  proximal one-third of your fingers. 
A)  distal one-third of your fingers. 
B)  fingertips of your dominant hand. 
C)  palm of your hand. 
D)  proximal one-third of your fingers.

Question 5

Cranial nerve VII can be assessed in the older child by asking the child to

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A)  close the eyes and identify the smell of peanut butter and chocolate. 
B)  identify the objects on Allen cards. 
C)  indicate if he hears a bell that is rung out of his line of vision. 
D)  raise the eyebrows, frown, puff the cheeks out, and close the eyes tightly. 
A)  close the eyes and identify the smell of peanut butter and chocolate. 
B)  identify the objects on Allen cards. 
C)  indicate if he hears a bell that is rung out of his line of vision. 
D)  raise the eyebrows, frown, puff the cheeks out, and close the eyes tightly.

Question 6

The recommended technique for palpating the liver in a toddler is to use the

Accepted Answer

A)  ulnar surface of the hand to press down and then upward at the right upper quadrant. 
B)  tips of two fingers to press inward along the right costal margin. 
C)  outer edge of the right thumb to press down and scoop up at the right upper quadrant. 
D)  palmar surface of your right hand placed parallel to the right costal margin. 
A)  ulnar surface of the hand to press down and then upward at the right upper quadrant. 
B)  tips of two fingers to press inward along the right costal margin. 
C)  outer edge of the right thumb to press down and scoop up at the right upper quadrant. 
D)  palmar surface of your right hand placed parallel to the right costal margin.

Question 7

Infants are at risk for hypothermia,bradycardia,and acidosis because they

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A)  are totally dependent upon breathing through their noses. 
B)  cannot shiver when exposed to lowered temperatures. 
C)  have a cardiac output of only 1 L per minute, whereas their circulating blood volume is around 85 cc/kg. 
D)  have a high ratio of body surface area to body surface mass. 
A)  are totally dependent upon breathing through their noses. 
B)  cannot shiver when exposed to lowered temperatures. 
C)  have a cardiac output of only 1 L per minute, whereas their circulating blood volume is around 85 cc/kg. 
D)  have a high ratio of body surface area to body surface mass.

Question 8

Which of the following are symptoms of mononucleosis? Select all that apply.

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A)  Sore throat 
B)  Fever 
C)  Apnea 
D)  Otitis media 
E)  Splenomegaly Apnea 
F) Cervical adenitis 
A)  Sore throat 
B)  Fever 
C)  Apnea 
D)  Otitis media 
E)  Splenomegaly Apnea 
F) Cervical adenitis

Question 9

When examining a 3 year old,you determine that the anterior fontanel measures 2 cm and is soft and flat.This finding most likely indicates

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A)  dehydration. 
B)  meningitis. 
C)  normal finding. 
D)  rickets. 
A)  dehydration. 
B)  meningitis. 
C)  normal finding. 
D)  rickets.

Question 10

To assess the tonic neck reflex of a 3-month-old infant in a supine position,you rotate the infant's head to the right side and hold the jaw parallel to the shoulder.A normal response is for the infant to

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A)  extend both arms. 
B)  extend the left arm and leg. 
C)  flex both legs. 
D)  flex the left arm and leg. 
A)  extend both arms. 
B)  extend the left arm and leg. 
C)  flex both legs. 
D)  flex the left arm and leg.

Question 11

A measuring board is typically used to determine the recumbent length of a child who is under the age of

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A)  1 year. 
B)  2 years. 
C)  3 years. 
D)  4 years. 
A)  1 year. 
B)  2 years. 
C)  3 years. 
D)  4 years.

Question 12

Which reflex is normally present in a 7-month-old infant?

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A)  palmar grasp 
B)  rooting 
C)  sucking 
D)  tonic neck 
A)  palmar grasp 
B)  rooting 
C)  sucking 
D)  tonic neck

Question 13

You are caring for a 5-year-old male patient and determine that the child's urethral meatus is located on the dorsal surface of the penis.This location is

Accepted Answer

A)  a normal finding. 
B)  epispadias. 
C)  hypospadias. 
D)  phimosis. 
A)  a normal finding. 
B)  epispadias. 
C)  hypospadias. 
D)  phimosis.

A rectal thermometer should be inserted into the rectum of a preschooler

Compared with an adult's,the eustachian tube of a child is

Which finding indicates the presence of a retinoblastoma?

When assessing a small child for a thrill,you palpate as for the adult or use the alternative method,which requires the use of the

Cranial nerve VII can be assessed in the older child by asking the child to

The recommended technique for palpating the liver in a toddler is to use the

Infants are at risk for hypothermia,bradycardia,and acidosis because they

Which of the following are symptoms of mononucleosis? Select all that apply.

When examining a 3 year old,you determine that the anterior fontanel measures 2 cm and is soft and flat.This finding most likely indicates

To assess the tonic neck reflex of a 3-month-old infant in a supine position,you rotate the infant's head to the right side and hold the jaw parallel to the shoulder.A normal response is for the infant to

A measuring board is typically used to determine the recumbent length of a child who is under the age of

Which reflex is normally present in a 7-month-old infant?

You are caring for a 5-year-old male patient and determine that the child's urethral meatus is located on the dorsal surface of the penis.This location is

Critical Thinking And The Nursing Process

Communication Techniques And The Patient Interview

The Complete Health History Including Documentation

Developmental Assessment

Cultural Assessment

Spiritual Assessment

Nutritional Assessment

Physical Examination Techniques

General Survey, vital Signs, and Pain

Skin, hair, and Nails

Head, neck, and Regional Lymph Nodes

Eyes

Ears, nose, mouth, and Throat

Breasts And Regional Nodes

Thorax And Lungs

Heart

Peripheral Vasculature And Lymphatic System

Abdomen

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Exam 25: The Pediatric Patient

A rectal thermometer should be inserted into the rectum of a preschooler

Compared with an adult's,the eustachian tube of a child is

Which finding indicates the presence of a retinoblastoma?

When assessing a small child for a thrill,you palpate as for the adult or use the alternative method,which requires the use of the

Cranial nerve VII can be assessed in the older child by asking the child to

The recommended technique for palpating the liver in a toddler is to use the

Infants are at risk for hypothermia,bradycardia,and acidosis because they

Which of the following are symptoms of mononucleosis? Select all that apply.

When examining a 3 year old,you determine that the anterior fontanel measures 2 cm and is soft and flat.This finding most likely indicates

To assess the tonic neck reflex of a 3-month-old infant in a supine position,you rotate the infant's head to the right side and hold the jaw parallel to the shoulder.A normal response is for the infant to

A measuring board is typically used to determine the recumbent length of a child who is under the age of

Which reflex is normally present in a 7-month-old infant?

You are caring for a 5-year-old male patient and determine that the child's urethral meatus is located on the dorsal surface of the penis.This location is

Critical Thinking And The Nursing Process

Communication Techniques And The Patient Interview

The Complete Health History Including Documentation

Developmental Assessment

Cultural Assessment

Spiritual Assessment

Nutritional Assessment

Physical Examination Techniques

General Survey, vital Signs, and Pain

Skin, hair, and Nails

Head, neck, and Regional Lymph Nodes

Eyes

Ears, nose, mouth, and Throat

Breasts And Regional Nodes

Thorax And Lungs

Heart

Peripheral Vasculature And Lymphatic System

Abdomen

Musculoskeletal System

Mental Status And Neurological Techniques

Female Genitalia

Male Genitalia

Anus, rectum, and Prostate

The Pregnant Patient

The Older Adult Patient

The Complete Health History And Physical Examination

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