NURS 682: Exam 2 QUESTIONS Exam comprehensive questions fully solved
& updated (Latest Update 2026) UPDATE!!
Atypical bacteria pneumonia, frequently seen in children older than 5 years old through young adult
years is most commonly caused by...? - (answer)Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Appropriate tx for M. pneumoniae is...? - (answer)Azithromycin
Manifestations of ________________varies by age group, state of disease, and immunization status.
Infants <6 months are generally affected more severely. - (answer)Pertussis
An appropriate treatment for pertussis is....? - (answer)A medication in the macrolide class
Ex: "mycin" drugs- AZITHROMYCIN
NOTES
Cx is gold standard
Do not use steroids or albuterol
Symptoms of depression in children and teens may present as a variety of vague symptoms or explosive,
destructive behavior. When collecting a history for these patients, the most important question to ask
is...? - (answer)Is the child having any thoughts of suicide or self-harm
You are evaluating a 3-month-old who presents to the clinic with a rash. The mother states that he is
scratching constantly and is irritable but denies any other ill symptoms. You observe pink, slightly raised
lesions on the folds of the wrists and armpits, as well as partial areas of the feet and heels. What is the
most likely diagnosis? - (answer)Scabies
Which of the following statements are accurate regarding the preparticipation sports physical (PPE)? -
(answer)Positive cardiac findings on a health or family history, or on a physical exam warrant a referral
for pediatric cardiac evaluation before clearance for sports.
, NURS 682: Exam 2 QUESTIONS Exam comprehensive questions fully solved
& updated (Latest Update 2026) UPDATE!!
When evaluating the limp of a child where you suspect injury, you should...? - (answer)Have the child
walk or run in the office when distracted
ADHD is characterized by the child presenting with three core behavioral symptoms. These symptoms
are__________ - (answer)Inattention, disorganization, and hyperactivity-impulsivity
When dosing stimulants in a patient with ADHD, it is important to remember that___________ -
(answer)The goal is maximum reduction of ADHD core symptoms with minimal side effects
NOTES:
do behavioral therapy first
Use stimulants 1st if <5 years
- most common med Adderall (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine)
-decreased appetite, weight loss, insomnia, stomachache, headaches
Many children with ADHD suffer socially. They may have difficulty making friends and participating in
social activities. Anticipatory guidance for parents would include__________ - (answer)Encourage
parents to focus on the child's strengths rather than their weaknesses
Anticipatory guidance that may be helpful in managing ADHD child at home includes____________ -
(answer)Time for senseless fun and daydreaming
Which if the following is a noncontrolled, nonstimulant medication approved for 1st line treatment in
ADHD in children over 6 years of age? - (answer)atomoxetine (Strattera)
- 6 weeks before effects noticed
& updated (Latest Update 2026) UPDATE!!
Atypical bacteria pneumonia, frequently seen in children older than 5 years old through young adult
years is most commonly caused by...? - (answer)Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Appropriate tx for M. pneumoniae is...? - (answer)Azithromycin
Manifestations of ________________varies by age group, state of disease, and immunization status.
Infants <6 months are generally affected more severely. - (answer)Pertussis
An appropriate treatment for pertussis is....? - (answer)A medication in the macrolide class
Ex: "mycin" drugs- AZITHROMYCIN
NOTES
Cx is gold standard
Do not use steroids or albuterol
Symptoms of depression in children and teens may present as a variety of vague symptoms or explosive,
destructive behavior. When collecting a history for these patients, the most important question to ask
is...? - (answer)Is the child having any thoughts of suicide or self-harm
You are evaluating a 3-month-old who presents to the clinic with a rash. The mother states that he is
scratching constantly and is irritable but denies any other ill symptoms. You observe pink, slightly raised
lesions on the folds of the wrists and armpits, as well as partial areas of the feet and heels. What is the
most likely diagnosis? - (answer)Scabies
Which of the following statements are accurate regarding the preparticipation sports physical (PPE)? -
(answer)Positive cardiac findings on a health or family history, or on a physical exam warrant a referral
for pediatric cardiac evaluation before clearance for sports.
, NURS 682: Exam 2 QUESTIONS Exam comprehensive questions fully solved
& updated (Latest Update 2026) UPDATE!!
When evaluating the limp of a child where you suspect injury, you should...? - (answer)Have the child
walk or run in the office when distracted
ADHD is characterized by the child presenting with three core behavioral symptoms. These symptoms
are__________ - (answer)Inattention, disorganization, and hyperactivity-impulsivity
When dosing stimulants in a patient with ADHD, it is important to remember that___________ -
(answer)The goal is maximum reduction of ADHD core symptoms with minimal side effects
NOTES:
do behavioral therapy first
Use stimulants 1st if <5 years
- most common med Adderall (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine)
-decreased appetite, weight loss, insomnia, stomachache, headaches
Many children with ADHD suffer socially. They may have difficulty making friends and participating in
social activities. Anticipatory guidance for parents would include__________ - (answer)Encourage
parents to focus on the child's strengths rather than their weaknesses
Anticipatory guidance that may be helpful in managing ADHD child at home includes____________ -
(answer)Time for senseless fun and daydreaming
Which if the following is a noncontrolled, nonstimulant medication approved for 1st line treatment in
ADHD in children over 6 years of age? - (answer)atomoxetine (Strattera)
- 6 weeks before effects noticed
