Pediatric Nursing Exam 3: Growth,
Development & Body Systems Review
Which of the following best defines a cerebellum and brainstem displacement
through the foramen magnum? (study luke Q)
a. hydrocephalus
b. Chiari II malformation
c. Tethered cord syndrome
d. none of the above - Answer-b. Chiari II malformation
this is a 2º condition with spina bifida myelomeningocele
Which of the following is a special precaution for children with spina bifida
(myelomeningocele)? (study luke Q)
a. latex allergy
b. light sensitivity
c. botox allergy
d. peanut allergy - Answer-a. latex allergy
myelomeningocele = failure of neural tube closure in the thoracolumbar region,
with a sac containing the meninges/spinal cord outside the body
,Which of the following findings require immediate medical attention in a child
with a cardiopulmonary condition? (study luke Q)
a. tachycardia
b. bradycardia
c. shortness of breath
d. rales - Answer-b. bradycardia
Which of the following most accurately defines the youth physical activity
guidelines? (study luke Q)
a. 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise every day with
vigorous intensity 1 day/week
b. 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise every day with
vigorous intensity 1 day/week
c. 20 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise every day with
vigorous intensity 3 day/week
d. 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise every day with
vigorous intensity 3 day/week - Answer-d. 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous
intensity aerobic exercise every day with vigorous intensity 3 day/week
What is the minimum requirement for muscle-strengthening according to the
youth physical activity guidelines? (study luke Q)
a. 2 times per week
b. 6 times per week
,c. 3 times per week
d. 4 times per week - Answer-c. 3 times per week
Which of the following is not included in the FitnessGram? (study luke Q)
a. one-mile run
b. calf stretch
c. back-saver sit and reach
d. trunk lift - Answer-b. calf stretch
Which of the following statements regarding Brockport Physical Fitness Test is
FALSE? (study luke Q)
a. it is a norm referenced test
b. designed for youth with disabilities
c. used to develop standards for individuals with disabilities
d. offers options for administrator to individualize testing - Answer-a. it is a norm
referenced test
What is the appropriate intensity for aerobic exercise in the youth population?
(study luke Q)
a. 20-40% max HR
b. 30-60% max HR
c. 40-85% max HR
, d. 30-50% max HR - Answer-c. 40-85% max HR
Progressive resistance exercise is recommended specifically for which patient
population? (study luke Q)
a. autism
b. down syndrome
c. spina bifida
d. Duchenne muscular distrophy - Answer-a. autism
Low resistance and functional strengthening is recommended specifically for
which patient population? (study luke Q)
a. DMD
b. CP
c. Down syndrome
d. autism - Answer-a. DMD
NPTE Prep Q:
A physical therapist is working with a child with spina bifida. The therapist notices
the patient is more irritable, complains of headaches, and has a bulging anterior
fontanel. Which of the following is most likely?
a. latex reaction
b. meningitis
Development & Body Systems Review
Which of the following best defines a cerebellum and brainstem displacement
through the foramen magnum? (study luke Q)
a. hydrocephalus
b. Chiari II malformation
c. Tethered cord syndrome
d. none of the above - Answer-b. Chiari II malformation
this is a 2º condition with spina bifida myelomeningocele
Which of the following is a special precaution for children with spina bifida
(myelomeningocele)? (study luke Q)
a. latex allergy
b. light sensitivity
c. botox allergy
d. peanut allergy - Answer-a. latex allergy
myelomeningocele = failure of neural tube closure in the thoracolumbar region,
with a sac containing the meninges/spinal cord outside the body
,Which of the following findings require immediate medical attention in a child
with a cardiopulmonary condition? (study luke Q)
a. tachycardia
b. bradycardia
c. shortness of breath
d. rales - Answer-b. bradycardia
Which of the following most accurately defines the youth physical activity
guidelines? (study luke Q)
a. 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise every day with
vigorous intensity 1 day/week
b. 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise every day with
vigorous intensity 1 day/week
c. 20 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise every day with
vigorous intensity 3 day/week
d. 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic exercise every day with
vigorous intensity 3 day/week - Answer-d. 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous
intensity aerobic exercise every day with vigorous intensity 3 day/week
What is the minimum requirement for muscle-strengthening according to the
youth physical activity guidelines? (study luke Q)
a. 2 times per week
b. 6 times per week
,c. 3 times per week
d. 4 times per week - Answer-c. 3 times per week
Which of the following is not included in the FitnessGram? (study luke Q)
a. one-mile run
b. calf stretch
c. back-saver sit and reach
d. trunk lift - Answer-b. calf stretch
Which of the following statements regarding Brockport Physical Fitness Test is
FALSE? (study luke Q)
a. it is a norm referenced test
b. designed for youth with disabilities
c. used to develop standards for individuals with disabilities
d. offers options for administrator to individualize testing - Answer-a. it is a norm
referenced test
What is the appropriate intensity for aerobic exercise in the youth population?
(study luke Q)
a. 20-40% max HR
b. 30-60% max HR
c. 40-85% max HR
, d. 30-50% max HR - Answer-c. 40-85% max HR
Progressive resistance exercise is recommended specifically for which patient
population? (study luke Q)
a. autism
b. down syndrome
c. spina bifida
d. Duchenne muscular distrophy - Answer-a. autism
Low resistance and functional strengthening is recommended specifically for
which patient population? (study luke Q)
a. DMD
b. CP
c. Down syndrome
d. autism - Answer-a. DMD
NPTE Prep Q:
A physical therapist is working with a child with spina bifida. The therapist notices
the patient is more irritable, complains of headaches, and has a bulging anterior
fontanel. Which of the following is most likely?
a. latex reaction
b. meningitis
