Test 3 Hematologic
The nurse is administering an intravenous chemotherapeutic agent to a child with leukemia. The child suddenly begins to wheeze and have severe urticaria. Which is the most appropriate nursing action? a. Stop drug infusion immediately. b. Recheck rate of drug infusion. c. Observe child closely for next 10 minutes. d. Explain to child that this is an expected side effect.
a
The nurse is caring for a neonate with a suspected tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF). Nursing care should include which of the following? a. Elevating the head but give nothing by mouth b. Elevating the head for feedings c. Feeding glucose water only d. Avoiding suction unless infant is cyanotic
a
The nurse is planning care for an adolescent with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. The priority nursing goal is to: a. Prevent infection. b. Restore immunologic defenses. c. Prevent secondary cancers. d. Identify source of infection.
a
The school nurse is informed that a child with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) will be attending school soon. Which is an important nursing intervention? a. Carefully follow universal precautions. b. Determine how the child became infected. c. Inform the parents of the other children. d. Reassure other children that they will not become infected
a
What is the most common mode of transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in the pediatricpopulation? a. Perinatal transmission b. Blood transfusions c. Sexual abuse d. Poor hand washing
a
What is the priority nursing intervention for a child hospitalized with hemarthrosis resulting from hemophilia? a. Immobilization and elevation of the affected joint b. Administration of acetaminophen for pain relief c. Assessment of the child's response to hospitalization d. Assessment of the impact of hospitalization on the family system
a
Which statement best explains why iron deficiency anemia is common during toddlerhood? a. Milk is a poor source of iron. b. Iron cannot be stored during fetal development. c. Fetal iron stores are depleted by age 1 month. d. Dietary iron cannot be started until age 12 months.
a
The nurse is preparing to give oral care to a school-age child with mucositis secondary to chemotherapy administered to treat leukemia. Which preparations should the nurse use for oral care on this child (Select allthat apply)? a. Chlorhexidine gluconate (Peridex) b. Lemon glycerin swabs c. Antifungal troches (lozenges) d. Lip balm (Aquaphor) e. Hydrogen peroxide
a, c, d
Which home care instructions should the nurse provide to the parents of a child with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) (Select all that apply)? a. Give supplemental vitamins as prescribed. b. Yearly influenza vaccination should be avoided. c. Administer trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) as prescribed. d. Notify the physician if the child develops a cough or congestion. e. Missed doses of antiretroviral medication do not need to be recorded.
a, c, d
Which statement best describes b-thalassemia major (Cooleys anemia)? a. All formed elements of the blood are depressed. b. Inadequate numbers of red blood cells are present. c. Increased incidence occurs in families of Mediterranean extraction. d. Increased incidence occurs in persons of West African descent.
c
Which statement most accurately describes the pathologic changes of sickle cell anemia? a. Sickle-shaped cells carry excess oxygen. b. Sickle-shaped cells decrease blood viscosity. c. Increased red blood cell destruction occurs. d. Decreased red blood cell destruction occurs
c
Which clinical manifestation should the nurse expect when a child with sickle cell anemia experiences an acute vaso-occlusive crisis? a. Circulatory collapse b. Cardiomegaly, systolic murmurs c. Hepatomegaly, intrahepatic cholestasis d. Painful swelling of hands and feet, painful joints
d
Which immunization should not be given to a child receiving chemotherapy for cancer? a. Tetanus vaccine b. Diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus (DPT) c. Inactivated poliovirus vaccine d. Measles, rubella, mumps
d
An inherited immunodeficiency disorder characterized by absence of both humoral and cell-mediated immunity is: a. Severe combined immunodeficiency syndrome (SCIDS). b. Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. c. Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome. d. Fanconi syndrome.
a
In which condition are all the formed elements of the blood simultaneously depressed? a. Aplastic anemia b. Thalassemia major c. Sickle cell anemia d. Iron deficiency anemia
a
A toddler with leukemia is on intravenous chemotherapy treatments. The toddlers lab results are whiteblood cell count (WBC): 1000; neutrophils: 7%; nonsegmented neutrophils (bands): 7%. What is this childsabsolute neutrophil count (ANC)? _____ Record your answer as a whole number.
140 (7%+7%=14%) (0.14 x 1000 = 140)
The most appropriate nursing diagnosis for a child with anemia is: a. Activity Intolerance related to generalized weakness. b. Decreased Cardiac Output related to abnormal hemoglobin. c. Risk for Injury related to depressed sensorium. d. Risk for Injury related to dehydration and abnormal hemoglobin
a
A nurse is teaching a group of parents about TEF. Which statement made by the nurse is accurate about TEF? a. This defect results from an embryonal failure of the foregut to differentiate into the trachea and esophagus. b. It is a fistula between the esophagus and stomach that results in the oral intake being refluxed and aspirated. c. An extra connection between the esophagus and trachea develops because of genetic abnormalities. d. The defect occurs in the second trimester of pregnancy.
a
A possible cause of acquired aplastic anemia in children is: a. Drugs. b. Deficient diet. c. Injury. d. Congenital defect.
a
A young child with leukemia has anorexia and severe stomatitis. The nurse should suggest that the parents try which intervention? a. Relax any eating pressures. b. Firmly insist that child eat normally. c. Begin gavage feedings to supplement diet. d. Serve foods that are either hot or cold.
a
A school-age child is admitted in vaso-occlusive sickle cell crisis. The child's care should include: a. Correction of acidosis. b. Adequate hydration and pain management. c. Pain management and administration of heparin. d. Adequate oxygenation and replacement of factor VIII
b
A young child with human immunodeficiency virus is receiving several antiretroviral drugs. The purpose of these drugs is to: a. Cure the disease. b. Delay disease progression. c. Prevent spread of disease. d. Treat Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia.
b
An adolescent will receive a bone marrow transplant (BMT). The nurse should explain that the bone marrow will be administered by which route? a. Bone grafting b. Intravenous infusion c. Bone marrow injection d. Intraabdominal infusion
b
The parents of a child hospitalized with sickle cell anemia tell the nurse that they are concerned about narcotic analgesics causing addiction. The nurse should explain that narcotic analgesics: a. Are often ordered but not usually needed. b. Rarely cause addiction because they are medically indicated. c. Are given as a last resort because of the threat of addiction. d. Are used only if other measures such as ice packs are ineffective
b
What is the best response by the nurse to a mother asking about the cause of her infant's bilateral cleft lip? a. "Did you use alcohol during your pregnancy?" b. "Does anyone in your family have a cleft lip or palate?" c. "This defect is associated with intrauterine infection during the second trimester." d. "The prevalent of cleft lip is higher in Caucasians."
b
The nurse has initiated a blood transfusion on a preschool child. The child begins to exhibit signs of a transfusion reaction. Place in order the interventions the nurse should implement, sequencing from the highest priority to the lowest. a. Take the vital signs. b. Stop the transfusion. c. Notify the practitioner. d. Maintain a patent intravenous (IV) line with normal saline
b, a, d, c
The nurse is caring for a child with aplastic anemia. Which nursing diagnoses are appropriate (Select all that apply)? a. Acute Pain related to vaso-occlusion b. Risk for Infection related to inadequate secondary defenses or immunosuppression c. Ineffective Protection related to thrombocytopenia d. Ineffective Tissue Perfusion related to anemia e. Ineffective Protection related to abnormal clotting
b, c, d
The nurse is planning care for a school-age child admitted to the hospital with hemophilia. Which interventions should the nurse plan to implement for this child (Select all that apply)? a. Fingersticks for blood work instead of venipunctures b. Avoidance of intramuscular (IM) injections c. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) for mild pain control d. Soft toothbrush for dental hygiene e. Administration of packed red blood cells
b, c, d
Which should the nurse teach about prevention of sickle cell crises to parents of a preschool child with sickle cell disease (Select all that apply)? a. Limit fluids at bedtime. b. Notify the health care provider if a fever of 38.5 C (101.3 F) or greater occurs. c. Give penicillin as prescribed. d. Use ice packs to decrease the discomfort of vaso-occlusive pain in the legs. e. Notify the health care provider if your child begins to develop symptoms of a cold.
b, c, e
Parents of a school-age child with hemophilia ask the nurse, Which sports are recommended for children with hemophilia? Which sports should the nurse recommend (Select all that apply)? a. Soccer b. Swimming c. Basketball d. Golf e. Bowling
b, d, e
Which immunization should be given with caution to children infected with human immunodeficiency virus? a. Influenza b. Pneumococcus c. Varicella d. Inactivated poliovirus
c
A boy with leukemia screams whenever he needs to be turned or moved. The most probable cause of this pain is: a. Edema. b. Petechial hemorrhages. c. Bone involvement. d. Changes within the muscles.
c
A condition in which the normal adult hemoglobin is partly or completely replaced by abnormal hemoglobin is: a. Aplastic anemia. b. Thalassemia major. c. Sickle cell anemia. d. Iron deficiency anemia.
c
A nurse has admitted a child to the hospital with a diagnosis of "rule out" peptic ulcer disease. Which test will the nurse expect to be ordered to confirm the diagnosis of a peptic ulcer? a. A dietary history b. A positive Hematest result on a stool sample c. A fiberoptic upper endoscopy d. An abdominal ultrasound
c
A school-age child with leukemia experienced severe nausea and vomiting when receiving chemotherapy for the first time. The most appropriate nursing action to prevent or minimize these reactions with subsequent treatments is to: a. Encourage drinking large amounts of favorite fluids. b. Encourage child to take nothing by mouth (remain NPO) until nausea and vomiting subside. c. Administer an antiemetic before chemotherapy begins. d. Administer an antiemetic as soon as child has nausea
c
A young boy will receive a bone marrow transplant (BMT). This is possible because one of his older siblings is a histocompatible donor. This type of BMT is termed: a. Syngeneic. b. Monoclonal. c. Allogeneic. d. Autologous.
c
As related to inherited disorders, which statement is descriptive of most cases of hemophilia? a. Autosomal dominant disorder causing deficiency in a factor involved in the blood-clotting reaction b. X-linked recessive inherited disorder causing deficiency of platelets and prolonged bleeding c. X-linked recessive inherited disorder in which a blood-clotting factor is deficient d. Y-linked recessive inherited disorder in which the red blood cells become moon shaped
c
Chelation therapy is begun on a child with b-thalassemia major. The purpose of this therapy is to: a. Treat the disease. b. Decrease the risk of hypoxia. c. Eliminate excess iron. d. Manage nausea and vomiting.
c
Children receiving long-term systemic corticosteroid therapy are most at risk for: a. Hypotension. b. Dilation of blood vessels in the cheeks. c. Growth delays. d. Decreased appetite and weight loss.
c
Iron dextran is ordered for a young child with severe iron deficiency anemia. Nursing considerations include: a. Administering with meals. b. Administering between meals. c. Injecting deeply into a large muscle. d. Massaging injection site for 5 minutes after administration of drug
c
Several blood tests are ordered for a preschool child with severe anemia. She is crying and upset because she remembers the venipuncture done at the clinic 2 days ago. The nurse should explain that: a. Venipuncture discomfort is very brief. b. Only one venipuncture will be needed. c. Topical application of local anesthetic can eliminate venipuncture pain. d. Most blood tests on children require only a finger puncture because a small amount of blood is needed
c
The nurse is planning activity for a 4-year-old child with anemia. Which activity should the nurse plan for this child? a. Game of hide and seek in the children's outdoor play area b. Participation in dance activities in the playroom c. Puppet play in the child's room d. A walk down to the hospital lobby
c
The parents of a child with cancer tell the nurse that a bone marrow transplant (BMT) may be necessary. What should the nurse recognize as important when discussing this with the family? a. BMT should be done at time of diagnosis. b. Parents and siblings of child have a 25% chance of being a suitable donor. c. Finding a suitable donor involves matching antigens from the human leukocyte antigen (HLA)system. d. If BMT fails, chemotherapy or radiotherapy must be continued
c
The postoperative care plan for an infant with surgical repair of a cleft lip includes a. a clear liquid diet for 72 hours. b. nasogastric feedings until the sutures are removed. c. elbow restraints to keep the infant's fingers away from the mouth. d. rinsing the mouth after every feeding.
c
What is most descriptive of the pathophysiology of leukemia? a. Increased blood viscosity occurs. b. Thrombocytopenia (excessive destruction of platelets) occurs. c. Unrestricted proliferation of immature white blood cells (WBCs) occurs. d. The first stage of the coagulation process is abnormally stimulated
c
What is the major focus of the therapeutic management for a child with lactose intolerance? a. Compliance with the medication regimen b. Providing emotional support to family members c. Teaching dietary modifications d. Administration of daily normal saline enemas
c
What is the most important information to be included in the discharge planning for an infant with gastroesophageal reflux? a. Teach parents to position the infant on the left side. b. Reinforce the parents' knowledge of the infant's developmental needs. c. Teach the parents how to do infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). d. Have the parents keep an accurate record of intake and output.
c
When teaching the mother of a 9-month-old infant about administering liquid iron preparations, the nurse should include that: a. They should be given with meals. b. They should be stopped immediately if nausea and vomiting occur. c. Adequate dosage will turn the stools a tarry green color. d. Preparation should be allowed to mix with saliva and bathe the teeth before swallowing.
c
Which child should the nurse document as being anemic? a. 7-year-old child with a hemoglobin of 11.5 g/dL b. 3-year-old child with a hemoglobin of 12 g/dL c. 14-year-old child with a hemoglobin of 10 g/dL d. 1-year-old child with a hemoglobin of 13 g/dL
c
The nurse is recommending how to prevent iron deficiency anemia in a healthy, term, breastfed infant. What should she or he suggest? a. Iron (ferrous sulfate) drops after age 1 month. b. Iron-fortified commercial formula can be used by ages 4 to 6 months. c. Iron-fortified infant cereal can be introduced at age 2 months. d. Iron-fortified infant cereal can be introduced at approximately 6 months of age.
d
What should the nurse teach a school-age child and his parents about the management of ulcer disease? a. Eat a bland, low-fiber diet in small, frequent meals. b. Eat three balanced meals a day with no snacking between meals. c. The child needs to eat alone in a quiet spot to avoid stress. d. Do not give antacids 1 hour before or after antiulcer medications.
d
A child with leukemia is receiving triple intrathecal chemotherapy consisting of methotrexate, cytarabine, and hydrocortisone. The purpose of this is to prevent: a. Infection. b. Brain tumor. c. Drug side effects. d. Central nervous system (CNS) disease
d
A common clinical manifestation of Hodgkins disease is: a. Petechiae. b. Bone and joint pain. c. Painful, enlarged lymph nodes. d. Enlarged, firm, nontender lymph nodes.
d
An 8-year-old girl is receiving a blood transfusion when the nurse notes that she has developed precordial pain, dyspnea, distended neck veins, slight cyanosis, and a dry cough. These manifestations are most suggestive of: a. Air embolism. c. Hemolytic reaction. b. Allergic reaction. d. Circulatory overload
d
An accurate description of anemia is: a. Increased blood viscosity. b. Depressed hematopoietic system. c. Presence of abnormal hemoglobin. d. Decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of blood.
d
An acquired hemorrhagic disorder that is characterized by excessive destruction of platelets is: a. Aplastic anemia. b. Thalassemia major. c. Disseminated intravascular coagulation. d. Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
d
Myelosuppression associated with chemotherapeutic agents or some malignancies such as leukemia can cause bleeding tendencies because of a/an: a. Decrease in leukocytes. b. Vitamin C deficiency. c. Increase in lymphocytes. d. Decrease in blood platelets.
d
Several complications can occur when a child receives a blood transfusion. An immediate sign or symptom of an air embolus is: a. Chills and shaking. b. Irregular heart rate. c. Nausea and vomiting. d. Sudden difficulty in breathing
d
The child with lactose intolerance is most at risk for which imbalance? a. Hyperkalemia b. Hypoglycemia c. Hyperglycemia d. Hypocalcemia
d
The nurse is preparing a child for possible alopecia from chemotherapy. Which suggestion should be included in the teaching? a. Explaining to the child that hair usually regrows in 1 year. b. Advising the child to expose the head to sunlight to minimize alopecia. c. Explaining to the child that wearing a hat or scarf is preferable to wearing a wig. d. Explaining to the child that, when hair regrows, it may have a slightly different color or texture.
d
