Question 1

The parents of an adolescent client ask about strategies to use to aid in obesity prevention. Which strategies does the nurse present to the parents? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A) Maintain a well-balanced diet, but eat smaller portions. 
B) Teach the adolescent how to recognize healthier snacks. 
C) Do not eat fast foods or drink sodas. 
D) Try to have 30 minutes of outdoor activity every day. 
E) Follow a popular diet trend (e.g., low-carbohydrate diet).

Question 2

The nurse is instructing a group of parents about common adolescent behavior. Which comment by a parent indicates an urgent need for further discussion?

Accepted Answer

A) "I guess my daughter won't be asking my opinion very much." 
B) "I'm really going to watch my daughter's eating habits." 
C) "We are really going to have to think about rules we want to enforce after he gets his driver's license." 
D) "We don't keep alcohol in the house, so that's at least one thing we don't need to worry about."

Question 3

A sexually active high school student is asking about contraceptive devices. Which comment by the student indicates to the nurse that the student understands the information provided? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A) "Condoms are a foolproof method of preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV/AIDS." 
B) "Oral sex does not put me at risk for STIs, so condoms are not needed." 
C) "STIs are major health consequences especially with unprotected sexual activity." 
D) "Consistent and effective use of condoms can help prevent pregnancy." 
E) "Avoiding vaginal sex is an effective way to prevent STIs and HIV/AIDS."

Question 4

The nurse is presenting material to a class of 9- to 11-year-old children. Which is the most important topic for the nurse to present for this age group?

Accepted Answer

A) Safe sex practices 
B) Healthy food choices 
C) Use of seat belts and safety equipment 
D) The importance of getting enough sleep

Question 5

The nurse from the local high school is giving a presentation to 16-year-olds on the risks associated with driving. Which information does the nurse include in the presentation as high-risk activities for causing motor vehicle crashes? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A) Listening to the radio 
B) Talking with passengers 
C) Texting 
D) Drinking alcohol 
E) Eating snacks

Question 6

A parent brings an 8-month-old infant to the healthcare clinic for a well-child appointment. Which consideration does the nurse use to compare the child's physical development with age-appropriate norms?

Accepted Answer

A) If the child walks while holding onto furniture 
B) If the child crawls on hands and knees 
C) If the child picks up food with fingers 
D) If the child sits up without support

Question 7

The nurse is interviewing a middle-aged adult. Which comment by the client does the nurse recognize as being representative of Erikson's theory of psychosocial development?

Accepted Answer

A) "I look in the mirror and just see an old person." 
B) "The best part of life is over, and my years are numbered." 
C) "I take pride in all that I have accomplished during life." 
D) "Finally, I feel I have a relationship that will last forever."

Question 8

A 12-year-old child diagnosed with cancer is hospitalized for the first time. Considering many children in this age group have a fear of hospitals, which strategies will the nurse use to help the child during hospitalization? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A) Encourage visits from friends. 
B) Ask the parents to bring in personal items from home. 
C) Maintain a strict daily routine to keep the child focused. 
D) Limit parental responsibilities for the child's care. 
E) Provide medical equipment for pretend activities.

Question 9

Which behavior by the parent does the nurse recognize as having the most impact on an infant developing trust?

Accepted Answer

A) Talking to the infant 
B) Breastfeeding instead of bottle feeding 
C) Responding promptly to the infant's crying 
D) Having the infant sleep in the same room as the parents

Question 10

Which consideration does the nurse recognize as being a typical priority for an adolescent?

Accepted Answer

A) Importance of being a good student 
B) Conflict about being sexually active 
C) Being picked to be on the soccer team 
D) The ability to function independently

Question 11

A 30-year-old female comes to the emergency department with visible bruises to her face and arms. She tells the nurse: "My husband has been hitting me." Which is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

A) "Would you like me to contact our domestic violence advocate for you?" 
B) "These issues are between you and your husband, but a social worker may be helpful." 
C) "Is this the first time this has happened, or is this an ongoing issue?" 
D) "The doctor will need to check you before we go any further."

Question 12

A parent comes to the clinic with a 1-week-old infant for a newborn checkup. The parent tells the nurse, "My baby looks yellow to me." Which is the nurse's best response?

Accepted Answer

A) "What type of detergent are you using to wash the baby's clothes?" 
B) "Is there a possibility you had hepatitis during your pregnancy?" 
C) "The color is from the breakdown of maternal red blood cells." 
D) "There is a cream you can use to reduce the yellowing."

Exam 9: Life Span: Infancy Through Middle Adulthood