NU 170
EXAM 1
Tested Questions with Rationales
Maternal-Child Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
This Document Description:
This document contains a collection of 50 tested
and verified questions with accurate answers from
Exam 1 of NU 170 at the Galen College of Nursing.
It covers core topics assessed in the course and
reflects the actual exam format and question style. Ideal for exam
preparation and concept reinforcement.
,### 1. A nurse is teaching about play stages. Which type
of play is most common in a 2-year old?
A. Cooperative play
B. Parallel play
C. Associative play
D. Solitary play
Correct Answer: B. Parallel play
Rationale: At 2 years of age, toddlers engage mainly in parallel
play, where they play alongside other children but do not directly
interact. This reflects their developmental stage where social
interaction is emerging but not fully established. Cooperative and
associative play develop later during preschool years.
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### 2. A nurse assesses the weight of a 1-year old born at
7 pounds, 8 ounces. What is the expected weight?
A. 14 pounds
B. 21 pounds
C. 28 pounds
D. 35 pounds
Correct Answer: B. 21 pounds
Rationale: By 1 year of age, most infants’ weight triples their
birth weight. A baby born at 7 pounds 8 ounces (approximately
7.5 lbs) is expected to weigh about 21 pounds at 1 year.
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, ### 3. A parent asks about the number of teeth their 15-
month old should have. What is the correct response?
A. 5 teeth
B. 9 teeth
C. 12 teeth
D. 16 teeth
Correct Answer: B. 9 teeth
Rationale: At 15 months, toddlers typically have about 8-12
teeth. Nine teeth is within the expected range, as primary teeth
erupt between 6 and 24 months.
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### 4. Which statement by an adolescent about nutrition
indicates proper understanding?
A. "I should talk to my healthcare provider before starting a diet."
B. "Skipping meals helps me lose weight quickly."
C. "Supplements are always safe and don't require medical
advice."
D. "I can eat as much fast food as I want if I exercise."
Correct Answer: A. "I should talk to my healthcare provider
before starting a diet."
Rationale: Adolescents need guidance about safe nutrition
practices. Consulting a healthcare provider ensures diets support
growth, development, and prevent eating disorders.
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EXAM 1
Tested Questions with Rationales
Maternal-Child Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
This Document Description:
This document contains a collection of 50 tested
and verified questions with accurate answers from
Exam 1 of NU 170 at the Galen College of Nursing.
It covers core topics assessed in the course and
reflects the actual exam format and question style. Ideal for exam
preparation and concept reinforcement.
,### 1. A nurse is teaching about play stages. Which type
of play is most common in a 2-year old?
A. Cooperative play
B. Parallel play
C. Associative play
D. Solitary play
Correct Answer: B. Parallel play
Rationale: At 2 years of age, toddlers engage mainly in parallel
play, where they play alongside other children but do not directly
interact. This reflects their developmental stage where social
interaction is emerging but not fully established. Cooperative and
associative play develop later during preschool years.
---
### 2. A nurse assesses the weight of a 1-year old born at
7 pounds, 8 ounces. What is the expected weight?
A. 14 pounds
B. 21 pounds
C. 28 pounds
D. 35 pounds
Correct Answer: B. 21 pounds
Rationale: By 1 year of age, most infants’ weight triples their
birth weight. A baby born at 7 pounds 8 ounces (approximately
7.5 lbs) is expected to weigh about 21 pounds at 1 year.
---
, ### 3. A parent asks about the number of teeth their 15-
month old should have. What is the correct response?
A. 5 teeth
B. 9 teeth
C. 12 teeth
D. 16 teeth
Correct Answer: B. 9 teeth
Rationale: At 15 months, toddlers typically have about 8-12
teeth. Nine teeth is within the expected range, as primary teeth
erupt between 6 and 24 months.
---
### 4. Which statement by an adolescent about nutrition
indicates proper understanding?
A. "I should talk to my healthcare provider before starting a diet."
B. "Skipping meals helps me lose weight quickly."
C. "Supplements are always safe and don't require medical
advice."
D. "I can eat as much fast food as I want if I exercise."
Correct Answer: A. "I should talk to my healthcare provider
before starting a diet."
Rationale: Adolescents need guidance about safe nutrition
practices. Consulting a healthcare provider ensures diets support
growth, development, and prevent eating disorders.
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