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Question 1
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has a diagnosis of separation anxiety.
Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect?
A. Attempts to self-soothe
B. Detachment and withdrawal
C. Clinging to parents and crying
D. Lack of interest in toys
Correct Answer: C. Clinging to parents and crying
Rationale: Toddlers with separation anxiety commonly exhibit clinginess
and crying when separated from their caregivers.
, Question 2
A nurse is teaching a parent of a preschooler about injury prevention.
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Which statement by the parent indicates understanding?
A. "I’ll keep my cleaning supplies in a lower cabinet."
B. "I’ll allow my child to ride a tricycle without a helmet indoors."
C. "I’ll keep my firearm locked and unloaded."
D. "My child can swim without supervision if wearing floaties."
Correct Answer: C. "I’ll keep my firearm locked and unloaded."
Rationale: Firearm safety includes locking and unloading all weapons, with
ammunition stored separately.
Question 3
Which of the following foods is appropriate for a 6-month-old infant starting
solids?
A. Cow’s milk
B. Honey
C. Iron-fortified rice cereal
D. Peanut butter crackers
, Correct Answer: C. Iron-fortified rice cereal
Rationale: Iron-fortified cereals are typically the first solid food introduced
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Question 4
A school-age child with asthma is experiencing wheezing and dyspnea.
What is the priority nursing action?
A. Place child in supine position
B. Administer albuterol
C. Start chest physiotherapy
D. Encourage fluid intake
Correct Answer: B. Administer albuterol
Rationale: Albuterol is a fast-acting bronchodilator used to relieve acute
asthma symptoms.
Question 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a vaccine to a 4-year-old. Which strategy
is most appropriate to reduce anxiety?
, A. Give the vaccine without explanation
B. Have the parent restrain the child
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D. Explain the procedure using simple terms
Correct Answer: D. Explain the procedure using simple terms
Rationale: Developmentally appropriate explanations help reduce anxiety
and improve cooperation.
Question 6
Which finding indicates a complication of a tonsillectomy in a child?
A. Mild throat pain
B. Frequent swallowing
C. Low-grade fever
D. Decreased appetite
Correct Answer: B. Frequent swallowing
Rationale: Frequent swallowing may indicate bleeding post-tonsillectomy
and requires immediate attention.
Versions + Retake | 140 Questions & Expert-Rated
Answers
Question 1
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has a diagnosis of separation anxiety.
Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect?
A. Attempts to self-soothe
B. Detachment and withdrawal
C. Clinging to parents and crying
D. Lack of interest in toys
Correct Answer: C. Clinging to parents and crying
Rationale: Toddlers with separation anxiety commonly exhibit clinginess
and crying when separated from their caregivers.
, Question 2
A nurse is teaching a parent of a preschooler about injury prevention.
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Which statement by the parent indicates understanding?
A. "I’ll keep my cleaning supplies in a lower cabinet."
B. "I’ll allow my child to ride a tricycle without a helmet indoors."
C. "I’ll keep my firearm locked and unloaded."
D. "My child can swim without supervision if wearing floaties."
Correct Answer: C. "I’ll keep my firearm locked and unloaded."
Rationale: Firearm safety includes locking and unloading all weapons, with
ammunition stored separately.
Question 3
Which of the following foods is appropriate for a 6-month-old infant starting
solids?
A. Cow’s milk
B. Honey
C. Iron-fortified rice cereal
D. Peanut butter crackers
, Correct Answer: C. Iron-fortified rice cereal
Rationale: Iron-fortified cereals are typically the first solid food introduced
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Question 4
A school-age child with asthma is experiencing wheezing and dyspnea.
What is the priority nursing action?
A. Place child in supine position
B. Administer albuterol
C. Start chest physiotherapy
D. Encourage fluid intake
Correct Answer: B. Administer albuterol
Rationale: Albuterol is a fast-acting bronchodilator used to relieve acute
asthma symptoms.
Question 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a vaccine to a 4-year-old. Which strategy
is most appropriate to reduce anxiety?
, A. Give the vaccine without explanation
B. Have the parent restrain the child
Page | 4 C. Allow the child to choose the injection site
D. Explain the procedure using simple terms
Correct Answer: D. Explain the procedure using simple terms
Rationale: Developmentally appropriate explanations help reduce anxiety
and improve cooperation.
Question 6
Which finding indicates a complication of a tonsillectomy in a child?
A. Mild throat pain
B. Frequent swallowing
C. Low-grade fever
D. Decreased appetite
Correct Answer: B. Frequent swallowing
Rationale: Frequent swallowing may indicate bleeding post-tonsillectomy
and requires immediate attention.
