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An adolescent with Duchenne muscular dystrophy has received care at the pediatric clinic since early childhood. Of which body system should the nurse perform a focused assessment to identify life-threatening complications as the child ages?

Cardiopulmonary

The client reports excessive bleeding during the menstruation. Which herbal therapies are unlikely to be prescribed by the primary healthcare provider? Select all that apply.

Chamomile, Chaste tree fruit

Which are barrier methods of contraception? Select all that apply.

Condom Correct2 Lea's shield Correct3 Diaphragm

A nursing instructor asks a nursing student about the warning signs that may be seen in an adolescent one month before suicide is attempted. What statement indicates a need for further education?

"A suicidal adolescent may avoid speaking about suicidal thoughts.

Which of these statements are true about an adolescent according to Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development? Select all that apply.

"An individual's thoughts are influenced by moral decisions and behaviors." "An individual expands his or her focus from a relationship with others to societal concerns.

Which of these statements are true about an adolescent according to Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development? Select all that apply.

"An individual's thoughts are influenced by moral decisions and behaviors." "An individual expands his or her focus from a relationship with others to societal concerns."

The nurse suspects risk of dysfunctional uterine bleeding in an adolescent. Which statement made by the adolescent would support the nurse's suspicion?

"I have severe pain during my menstrual periods."

The nurse is teaching cleansing procedures to a client with acne. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

"I will avoid frequent shampooing."

An adolescent client is reported to have inflammatory acne lesions. Which medication would the primary healthcare provider prescribe?

5% dapsone gel + adapalene

Which statements regarding acne are correct? Select all that apply.

Acne may be caused by stress. Correct3 Family history could be a reason for it. Correct4 Propionibacterium acnes causes acne. Correct5 Acne is commonly found on the face, chest, upper back, and neck.

Which herbal medication would the nurse suggest to a client to reduce premenstrual discomfort?

Black cohosh root

Which growth findings can the nurse anticipate in a 16-year-old adolescent female client? Select all that apply.

Decelerating growth, Attaining up to 95% of adult height

Which characteristic change is observed during late adolescence stage?

Develops adult relationships

Arrange the events of an examination of a rape victim for a sexually transmitted infection in correct order.

First, the sexual assault nurse should conduct nucleic acid amplified testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea. Next, the nurse should check for trichomoniasis via a wet mount and culture or point-of-care testing of a vaginal swab specimen. After this, a serum sample for HIV infection, hepatitis B, and syphilis should be conducts. Finally, serologic tests for syphilis and HIV infection are repeated every 3 to 6 months after the assault.

An unmarried female adolescent arrives at a hospital with her parents. She complains of a delay in her regular menstrual cycle and wants to confirm her health status. Which strategies should be employed while interviewing the adolescent? Select all that apply.

Gaining the client's trust, Explaining the limits of confidentiality

Which of these stages is followed by the "society-maintaining orientation," according to the Kohlberg's theory?

Good boy-nice girl orientation

An 18-year-old adolescent who was diagnosed with new-onset type 1 diabetes mellitus has stress and reports not having a menstrual cycle for a long time. Which condition is the adolescent experiencing?

Hypogonadotropic amenorrhea

Which gland secretes gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) to help control the events of puberty?

Hypothalamus

An adolescent female suffering from severe cystic acne is placed on isotretinoin. What important facts should the nurse tell the client about isotretinoin? Select all that apply.

Inform the client about the risk of teratogenicity. Correct3 Inform the client that skin improvement may take time

Which drug is used to treat acne vulgaris in adolescents but is contraindicated in pregnancy due to its teratogenic effects?

Isotretinoin

How does a family identity aid psychosocial development in the adolescent?

It helps the adolescent develop skills in decision-making and budgeting

A nursing instructor asks a nursing student to explain the teaching methods to be used for adolescents. Which statement by the student indicates a need for further teaching? Select all that apply.

Keep teaching sessions short, Encourage them to learn together, using pictures and short stories

Which method of contraception may provide adolescents with the longest duration of protection?

Levonorgestrel intrauterine system

What over-the-counter drugs are used to treat vulvovaginal candidiases? Select all that apply.

Miconazole Correct3 Clotrimazole

What drugs are used to induce abortion in an adolescent? Select all that apply.

Misoprostol Mifepristone Methotrexate

A male client with small overgrowths on the skin in the cervical region arrives at the hospital. The laboratory report reveals the presence of human papillomavirus type 16. Which condition is associated with this virus?

Penile carcinoma

Which side effects are associated with systemic antibiotic therapy for acne in adolescents? Select all that apply.

Photosensitivity Vaginal candidiasis

A young pregnant adolescent is diagnosed as having bacterial vaginosis. What further complications related to bacterial vaginosis may occur during pregnancy? Select all that apply.

Preterm labor and birth Correct4 Intraamniotic infection Correct5 Postpartum endometritis

Which statements are true regarding ectopic pregnancy? Select all that apply.

Smoking is one of the risk factors for ectopic pregnancy, Ectopic pregnancy occurs when the fertilized egg implants in the fallopian tubes. Correct4 When a young women exhibits abdominal pain, ectopic pregnancy is suspected. Correct5 If the adolescent exhibits abdominal pain and hypotension, the ectopic pregnancy may have ruptured

Which of these characteristics are found in an adolescent according to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development? Select all that apply.

The adolescent is concerned about his or her appearance and body image. Correct5 The adolescent acquires a sense of identity by participating in decision-making

A 15-year-old with type 1 diabetes has a history of noncompliance with the therapy regimen. What must the nurse consider about the teenager's developmental stage before starting a counseling program?

The struggle for identity is typical.

A nurse instructs the parents of an adolescent with asthma how to reduce the allergens in the child's bedroom. The mother tells the nurse what she plans to do to make the room hypoallergenic. Which idea indicates that further teaching is needed?

Using flat outdoor carpeting to cover hardwood floors

Which statement about varicocele is true?

Varicocele occurs most often on the left side.

Syphillis treatment

penicillin g

A nurse is teaching a group of students about the characteristics of adolescence. Which statements made by the students indicate adequate learning? Select all that apply.

Body fat distribution affects the adolescent's self-concept. Correct2 Accidents are the leading cause of death among adolescents. Correct3 A negative body image leads to suicidal thoughts in the adolescent