A parent of an 18-month-old boy tells the nurse that he says "no" to everything and has rapid mood swings. If he is scolded, he shows anger and then immediately wants to be held. The nurse's best interpretation of this behavior is included in which statement?

A) This is normal behavior for his age.
B) This is unusual behavior for his age.
C) He is not effectively coping with stress.
D) He is showing he needs more attention.

After celebrating the fortieth birthday, an individual becomes concerned with the loss of youthful appearance. What type of crisis has occurred?

A) Reactive
B) Situational
C) Maturational
D) Body image

Mark, a 9-year-old with Down syndrome, is mainstreamed into a regular third-grade class for part of the school day. His mother asks the school nurse about programs, such as Cub Scouts, that he might join. The nurse's recommendation should be based on which statement?

A) Programs like Cub Scouts are inappropriate for children who are cognitively impaired.
B) Children with Down syndrome have the same need for socialization as other children.
C) Children with Down syndrome socialize better with children who have similar disabilities.
D) Parents of children with Down syndrome encourage programs, such as scouting, because they deny that their children have disabilities.

Which is the major cause of death for children older than 1 year?

A) Cancer
B) Heart disease
C) Unintentional injuries
D) Congenital anomalies

The renal artery and vein,nerves,and lymphatic vessels enter and leave through the ________.

The nurse observes a continual oozing of stool from the rectum of a patient who has been immobilized following surgery.The nurse recognizes that this condition most likely a result of which of the following?

A) Diarrhea
B) Flatulence
C) Fecal impaction
D) The Valsalva maneuver

A student nurse is assisting with colon cancer screening at the local health care clinic.The student is completing fecal occult blood testing on the stool specimens.This test is also referred to as a(n) _____ test.

A) melena
B) guaiac
C) amylase
D) alkaline phosphatase