NursGuru
    Login/Signup
    Review ModeExam ModePractice Mode

    Exam Review

    1. What statement made by a new parent indicates that additional information about breastfeeding is required?
      A)
      The baby needs to nurse at least 5-10 minutes on the breast to get the hindmilk.
      B)
      I let the baby nurse until she stops sucking and swallowing on the first breast and then switch to the other breast.
      C)
      The baby has been nursing every 2 to 3 hours.
      D)
      If the baby gets fussy between feedings, I give her a bottle of water.
    2. Which of the following is an advantage of breastfeeding?
      A)
      Increased protection against certain diseases (SIDS, diabetes, allergic diseases) for the infant.
      B)
      May increase the risk of childhood obesity for the infant.
      C)
      Subinvolution of the uterus and increased bleeding for the mother.
      D)
      Increased incidence of Type II diabetes and pre-menopausal cancers for the mother.
    3. What information is important to include when health teaching about formula feeding?
      A)
      Feed the baby on demand.
      B)
      Heat the formula in the microwave.
      C)
      Burp the infant after 120ml and again when the bottle is empty.
      D)
      Prop the bottle for a feeding to make it easier.
    4. It is determined that the presenting part of the fetus is the buttocks. At delivery the fetus's hips are flexed and the knees are extended. How would the nurse record this presentation?
      A)
      Buttocks presentation.
      B)
      Complete breech.
      C)
      Double footling.
      D)
      Frank Breech.
    Page 1 of 14

    Exam Review

    1. The Canadian Pediatrics Society released a statement explaining the following about "Risky Play".
      A)
      Risky Play for children is one way to prevent obesity, anxiety, and behavioral issues.
      B)
      Risky Play is not developmentally appropriate for children, due to increased risk of injury and hospitalization.
      C)
      Risky Play always has safe outcomes and there is no risk of injury to the child.
      D)
      Caregivers do not need to account for the child's unique social, medical, and developmental needs.
    2. The nurse is planning care of an adolescent. What psychosocial task does the nurse understand is important for the adolescent to develop?
      A)
      A sense of involvement.
      B)
      A sense of industry.
      C)
      A sense of identity.
      D)
      A sense of initiative.
    3. What does the nurse note when measuring the frequency of a laboring woman's contractions?
      A)
      The time between the beginning and the end of one contraction.
      B)
      How long the patient states the contractions last.
      C)
      The time between the beginning of one contraction and the beginning of the next.
      D)
      The time between the end of one contraction and the beginning of the next.
    4. What contraction duration and interval does a nurse recognize could result in fetal compromise?
      A)
      Duration shorter than 30 seconds, resting tone lasts longer than 75 seconds.
      B)
      Duration shorter than 90 seconds, resting tone lasts longer than 120 seconds.
      C)
      Duration longer than 60 seconds, resting tone shorter than 90 seconds.
      D)
      Duration longer than 90 seconds, resting tone shorter than 30 seconds.
    Page 2 of 14

    Exam Review

    1. A woman asks about resumption of her menstrual cycle after childbirth. What should the nurse respond?
      A)
      Your period will return in about 6 to 8 weeks if you are not breastfeeding.
      B)
      Your period will return in about 2 to 3 weeks if you are breastfeeding.
      C)
      Your period will not return until you stop breastfeeding, regardless of how long that is.
      D)
      Your period will return at least 1 month after you give birth.
    2. A 13 year old boy states "The girls in the class tower over me.”. Which would be a suitable response?
      A)
      The girls will stop growing soon and you will have a chance to catch up.
      B)
      You are at the beginning of your growth spurt and you will catch up with the girls.
      C)
      You're just a little behind everyone right now, don't worry about it.
      D)
      You should not worry because height is not a good measure of health.
    3. A nurse is assessing a parent's understanding of child safety. Which statement by the parent best demonstrates understanding?
      A)
      My stairway is always free of clutter.
      B)
      I continue to provide a great deal of supervision for my child.
      C)
      I let my child walk alone to the park.
      D)
      I allow my child to play with small toys.
    4. What statement by an 11-year-old child leads the nurse to determine he has moved from the mind-set of egocentrism?
      A)
      I am sorry. I bet that hurt your feelings.
      B)
      My dad can do anything.
      C)
      I must do my homework before I can play.
      D)
      I am a member of the best Cub Scout group in the world.
    Page 3 of 14

    Exam Review

    1. What will children who are unable to express themselves with words often do?
      A)
      Develop other methods of verbal communication.
      B)
      Have tantrums and act out.
      C)
      Become reclusive and introspective.
      D)
      Engage in more creative play.
    2. The nurse has discussed with a mother the process of introducing solid foods to her 6-month-old infant. What statement by the mother leads the nurse to determine that learning has taken place?
      A)
      I will give my infant fruits first.
      B)
      I will give my infant rice cereal first.
      C)
      I will give my infant yellow vegetables first.
      D)
      I will give my infant eggs first.
    3. Which behavior reported by a parent of an 18-month-old toddler would the nurse report to the pediatrician as a cause for concern?
      A)
      The toddler is unable to walk independently.
      B)
      The toddler is speaking in single words.
      C)
      The toddler is not yet potty trained.
      D)
      The toddler shows signs of separation anxiety.
    4. A 9-year-old boy is often cranky and irritable, and his school performance has declined. What of these factors in his life are most likely causing this behavior?
      A)
      He sleeps 6-7 hours a night.
      B)
      He eats eggs every day.
      C)
      He has a new dog.
      D)
      He plays outside about 1-3 hours each evening.
    Page 4 of 14

    Exam Review

    1. At what age does an infant's birth weight triple?
      A)
      9 months.
      B)
      1 year.
      C)
      2 years.
      D)
      18 months.
    2. The mother of a 7-month-old infant states, "The baby is eating food now. Should I give him regular milk, too?" What is the nurse's best response?
      A)
      Regular milk can cause iron-deficiency anemia in infants.
      B)
      Regular milk is a good source of calcium for your baby's bones.
      C)
      It is fine to give your baby regular milk once a day.
      D)
      Your baby can have regular milk after he is 12 months old.
    3. A woman asks about resumption of her menstrual cycle after childbirth. What should the nurse respond?
      A)
      Most nonlactating women resume menstruation about 2 months postpartum.
      B)
      A woman will not ovulate in the absence of menstrual flow.
      C)
      Generally, a woman does not ovulate in the first few cycles after childbirth.
      D)
      The return of menstruation is delayed when a woman does not breastfeed.
    4. The nurse is caring for a woman in the first stage of labor. What will the nurse remind the patient about the primary purpose of contractions during this stage of labor?
      A)
      They get the infant positioned for delivery.
      B)
      They push the infant into the vagina.
      C)
      They dilate and efface the cervix.
      D)
      They get the mother prepared for true labor.
    Page 5 of 14

    Exam Review

    1. What part of the fetus is the buttocks?
      A)
      Head.
      B)
      Leg.
      C)
      Foot.
      D)
      Breech.
    2. The nurse is counseling a lactating parent about diet. What would the nurse include with this information?
      A)
      Restrict fluids at night so there is no night waking to use the washroom.
      B)
      Consume 500 more calories than their usual pre-pregnancy diet.
      C)
      Eat 1000 more calories than their usual pre-pregnancy diet.
      D)
      Eat less meat and more fruits and vegetables.
    3. What type of development is the nurse assessing when an infant can lift his or her head before he or she can sit?
      A)
      Cephalocaudal.
      B)
      General to specific.
      C)
      Proximodistal.
      D)
      Specific to general.
    4. What does the nurse note when measuring the frequency of a laboring woman's contractions?
      A)
      The time between the beginning and the end of one contraction.
      B)
      How long the patient states the contractions last.
      C)
      The time between the beginning of one contraction and the beginning of the next.
      D)
      The time between the end of one contraction and the beginning of the next.
    Page 6 of 14