NSG 3600 Peds Exam 4 Questions and
Answers
1. Which of the following is NOT appropriate for a child with neutropenia?
a. Placing a “No rectal temps” sign over the bed
b. Screening visitors for illnesses
c. Placing the child in a semi-private room
d. Washing hands before all procedures
2. Which of the following conditions is characterized by a whitish “glow” in the
infant’s pupil?
a. Congenital Glaucoma
b. Corneal Abrasion
c. Congenital Cataracts
d. Retinoblastoma
3. Which of the following labs for a child receiving chemotherapy should be
reported to the PCP immediately?
a. Platelet count 450 mm3
b. Hematocrit 33%
c. WBC 2,000 mm3
d. Hemoglobin 9.2 g/dL
4. Which of the following actions is NOT appropriate when caring for a Type 1
diabetic child with strep pharyngitis and is having N/V?
a. Encouraging plenty of rest
b. Encourage sips of electrolyte replacement solutions such as Gatorade
c. Withhold insulin until vomiting stops
d. Check every void for ketones
Answers
1. Which of the following is NOT appropriate for a child with neutropenia?
a. Placing a “No rectal temps” sign over the bed
b. Screening visitors for illnesses
c. Placing the child in a semi-private room
d. Washing hands before all procedures
2. Which of the following conditions is characterized by a whitish “glow” in the
infant’s pupil?
a. Congenital Glaucoma
b. Corneal Abrasion
c. Congenital Cataracts
d. Retinoblastoma
3. Which of the following labs for a child receiving chemotherapy should be
reported to the PCP immediately?
a. Platelet count 450 mm3
b. Hematocrit 33%
c. WBC 2,000 mm3
d. Hemoglobin 9.2 g/dL
4. Which of the following actions is NOT appropriate when caring for a Type 1
diabetic child with strep pharyngitis and is having N/V?
a. Encouraging plenty of rest
b. Encourage sips of electrolyte replacement solutions such as Gatorade
c. Withhold insulin until vomiting stops
d. Check every void for ketones
