N427- ChronicConditionsPt1

A nurse is caring for a child with a chronic condition. What is an important consideration when planning care?

• a) These children have stronger immune systems

• b) They get sick easily and require close monitoring

• c) They do not require any special accommodations

• d) They should be treated the same as children without chronic conditions

A parent asks the nurse how to help their hospitalized child cope with stress. The best response is:

• a) "You should limit visitors to reduce stimulation."

• b) "Bringing a favorite toy from home can provide comfort."

• c) "Distraction techniques do not work for children."

• d) "It’s best not to discuss their hospitalization with them."

A nurse is helping a child cope with hospitalization. Which of the following is an appropriate intervention?

• a) Encourage the child to stay in bed at all times

• b) Provide a stress toy for comfort

• c) Avoid discussing their condition with them

• d) Discourage play to prevent overstimulation

A nurse is caring for a child with autism who is experiencing irritability. Which type of medication is commonly used to treat this symptom?

• a) Antipyretics

• b) Antipsychotics

• c) Antihistamines

• d) Antibiotics

Which of the following is a known fact about autism?

• a) It is more common in females

• b) It is equally common in both genders

• c) It is more common in males

• d) Gender does not play a role

A nurse is assessing a child with a chronic illness. What is an important factor to consider?

• a) All children will respond to illness the same way

• b) Every child is different and will have unique needs

• c) Chronically ill children always need isolation precautions

• d) Chronic conditions do not impact a child’s emotional well-being

A parent of a child with a chronic illness asks how to make their home environment safer. The nurse should ask:

• a) "When was your home built?"

• b) "Does your child have a pet?"

• c) "How often do you clean your house?"

• d) "Is your home near a hospital?"

Which of the following is an effective way to distract a hospitalized child?

• a) Taking them to the playroom if possible

• b) Keeping them in bed at all times

• c) Limiting interaction with other children

• d) Avoiding any discussions about their condition

Which factor should a nurse consider when treating symptoms in children with chronic illnesses?

• a) Treat the symptoms the same way for every child

• b) Tailor treatment to the individual child

• c) Avoid symptom treatment to prevent dependency

• d) Focus only on physical symptoms and not emotional well-being

A nurse is discussing autism spectrum disorder with a parent. The parent asks why autism is more common in males. The best response is:

• a) "It is related to genetic differences, including the presence of more X chromosomes."

• b) "There is no known reason for this difference."

• c) "It is due to environmental exposure."

• d) "It is because males have a weaker immune system."