Question 1

Meconium ileus (MI) is associated with which of the following disorders?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pyloric stenosis 
B)  Esophageal atresia 
C)  Cystic fibrosis 
D)  Esophagitis 
A)  Pyloric stenosis 
B)  Esophageal atresia 
C)  Cystic fibrosis 
D)  Esophagitis

Question 2

Occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is highest in which pediatric population?

Accepted Answer

A)  Premature infants 
B)  Infants with Down syndrome 
C)  Children with cystic fibrosis 
D)  Children with esophageal atresia 
A)  Premature infants 
B)  Infants with Down syndrome 
C)  Children with cystic fibrosis 
D)  Children with esophageal atresia

Question 3

A 6-month-old male infant is brought to the ER after the sudden development of abdominal pain, irritability, and vomiting followed by passing of "currant jelly" stool.Ultrasound reveals intestinal obstruction in which the ileum collapsed through the ileocecal valve.Which term is used to describe this type of obstruction?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prolapse 
B)  Pyloric stenosis 
C)  Intussusception 
D)  Imperforation 
A)  Prolapse 
B)  Pyloric stenosis 
C)  Intussusception 
D)  Imperforation

Question 4

Outbreaks of hepatitis _____ often occur in young children attending day care centers and can be attributed to poor handwashing.

Accepted Answer

A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D

Question 5

Which condition should the nurse assess for in mothers carrying fetuses affected by esophageal malformations?

Accepted Answer

A)  Enlarged placentas 
B)  Excessive amniotic fluid 
C)  Short umbilical cords 
D)  Foul-smelling vaginal discharge 
A)  Enlarged placentas 
B)  Excessive amniotic fluid 
C)  Short umbilical cords 
D)  Foul-smelling vaginal discharge

Question 6

A 1-week-old female is brought to her pediatrician for abdominal distention and unstable temperature.Physical examination reveals bradycardia and apnea.Tests reveal portal venous gas and an intestinal perforation.This condition is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)  infective enteropathy. 
B)  necrotizing enterocolitis (NE
C) . 
C)  mucoviscidosis. 
D)  ileus. 
A)  infective enteropathy. 
B)  necrotizing enterocolitis (NE
C) . 
C)  mucoviscidosis. 
D)  ileus.

Question 7

Marasmus is most common in children of which age-group?

Accepted Answer

A)  Younger than 1 year 
B)  1-2 years 
C)  5-6 years 
D)  12-15 years 
A)  Younger than 1 year 
B)  1-2 years 
C)  5-6 years 
D)  12-15 years

Question 8

Early identification and treatment for metabolic disorders are important because:

Accepted Answer

A)  permanent damage to vital organs can be prevented. 
B)  surgery is usually necessary. 
C)  cure rates are higher with early detection. 
D)  death usually occurs within the first month. 
A)  permanent damage to vital organs can be prevented. 
B)  surgery is usually necessary. 
C)  cure rates are higher with early detection. 
D)  death usually occurs within the first month.

Exam 39: Alterations of Digestive Function in Children

Meconium ileus (MI) is associated with which of the following disorders?

Occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is highest in which pediatric population?

Outbreaks of hepatitis _____ often occur in young children attending day care centers and can be attributed to poor handwashing.

Which condition should the nurse assess for in mothers carrying fetuses affected by esophageal malformations?

A 1-week-old female is brought to her pediatrician for abdominal distention and unstable temperature.Physical examination reveals bradycardia and apnea.Tests reveal portal venous gas and an intestinal perforation.This condition is referred to as:

Marasmus is most common in children of which age-group?

Early identification and treatment for metabolic disorders are important because:

Cellular Biology

Genes and Genetic Diseases

Epigenetics and Disease

Altered Cellular and Tissue Biology

Fluids and Electrolytes, Acids and Bases

Innate Immunity: Inflammation and Wound Healing

Adaptive Immunity

Disorders of the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems and Neuromuscular Junction

Alterations in Immunity

Infection and Defects in Mechanisms of Defense

Stress and Disease

Biology of Cancer

Cancer Epidemiology

Cancer in Children and Adolescents

Structure and Function of the Neurologic System

Pain, Temperature, Sleep, and Sensory Function

Alterations in Cognitive Systems, Cerebral Hemodynamics, and Motor Function

Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation

Alterations of Hormonal Regulation

Obesity and Disorders of Nutrition

Structure and Function of the Hematologic System

Alterations of Hematologic Function

Alterations of Hematologic Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Pulmonary System

Alterations of Pulmonary Function

Alterations of Pulmonary Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Renal and Urologic Systems

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Reproductive Systems

Alterations of the Female Reproductive System

Alterations of the Male Reproductive System

Structure and Function of the Digestive System

Alterations of Digestive Function

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function in Children

Structure, Function, and Disorders of the Integument

Alterations of the Integument in Children

Alterations of Neurologic Function in Children

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