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NFDN 2005 FINAL QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED ANSWERS | PASSED | A+
Question :What are the signs and symptoms of sickle-cell
anemia?
Correct answer:Slight stature (lack of oxygen) with enlarged,
protruding abdomen Severe bone and abdominal pain during a crisis
Question :cephalocaudal
Correct answer:head to toe
Question :Infant Respiratory Assessment I
What are your assessment findings?
Correct answer:Retractions
Accessory muscle use Grunting - not getting enough O2
Question :Pediatric Respiratory Assessment II
What are your assessment findings?
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Correct answer:Stridor
Accessory muscle use retractions
Question :Nursing Care- Mouth Breathers
Correct answer:Humidifier (warm v cold) - mist keeps mucus
membranes moist, reduce irritation/inflammation
Question :Nursing Care- Nose breathers
Correct answer:may need to suction boogers out of nose
Question :Acute Nasopharyngitis
Correct answer:Viral ("common cold")
Babies are at greater risk because they are obligate nose breathers How can parents effectively treat these infections?Tylenol- may need to teach how to administer Saline drops in nose to loosen mucus then suction out/ blow nose
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Hydration rest
Question :Acute Nasopharyngitis Diagnosis
Correct answer:History - vaccinations, onset, prior diagnosis,
other family members, exposure - childcare/daycare physical exam
Question :How many infections per year are normal in a
child?
Correct answer:8-12 colds per year from age 1-5
Double that if in day care
Question :What medical history would make a child at greater
risk for complications in Acute Nasopharyngitis?
Correct answer:Cardiac or respiratory conditions,
immunocompromised
Question :When should a parent come back after a child is
diagnosed with acute nasopharyngitis
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Correct answer:If child is unable to breathe
If child looks blue If child becomes severely lethargic and parent is concerned
Question :Cough suppressants
Correct answer:check ingredients for extra Tylenol
Not recommended under 5 Want them to cough Most contains alcohol - will make them more lethargic
Question :What is tonsillitis?
Correct answer:Inflammation of the tonsils
May be viral or bacterial Swab to confirm Enlarged tonsils/pharynx Visible exudate Swollen uvula Fever, headache, abdominal pain