WGU D119 PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE
OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT
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1. Which global region has the highest infant mortality rate?
A. South America
B. Southeast Asia
C. Sub-Saharan Africa
D. Eastern Europe
Correct Answer: C. Sub-Saharan Africa
2. To achieve the greatest worldwide reduction in child mortality related to
pneumonia and diarrhea, which intervention is most effective?
A. Improved sanitation
B. Antibiotic access
C. Vaccinations
D. Oral rehydration therapy
Correct Answer: C. Vaccinations
3. Which statement is true regarding the health status of children in the United
States?
,A. Household poverty rates are lower than in other developed nations
B. Obesity rates in preschool children are increasing
C. Obesity rates among children aged 2–5 have significantly decreased
D. Malnutrition is the leading health concern
Correct Answer: C. Obesity rates among children aged 2–5 have significantly
decreased
4. When providing well-child care during the first year of life, the primary care
pediatric nurse practitioner follows AAP guidelines by:
A. Scheduling visits annually
B. Scheduling visits only if illness occurs
C. Scheduling visits to coincide with key developmental milestones
D. Scheduling visits every 6 months
Correct Answer: C. Scheduling visits to coincide with key developmental
milestones
5. A nurse explains the concept of a therapeutic milieu to a new nurse. Which
explanation best describes this term?
A. Structured environment promoting healing
B. Consistent staff interactions
C. Supportive social environment
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D. All of the above
6. A 16-year-old male is brought in by police after expressing suicidal thoughts.
What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
,A. Place him in a quiet room
B. Allow supervised group interaction
C. Place him in an area with one-on-one observation
D. Administer PRN anxiolytics
Correct Answer: C. Place him in an area with one-on-one observation
7. Learning disabilities in children are most strongly linked to:
A. Environmental exposure
B. Poor parenting
C. Genetics
D. Nutrition
Correct Answer: C. Genetics
8. When explaining behavioral challenges to a teacher, which description is most
accurate?
A. The child is intentionally misbehaving
B. The child may exhibit defiance or tantrums
C. The child lacks intelligence
D. The child is manipulative
Correct Answer: B. The child may exhibit defiance or tantrums
9. A child who has been continent for several years begins bedwetting again. What
is the most likely cause?
A. Urinary tract infection
B. Developmental regression
C. Stress
D. Neurologic disorder
, Correct Answer: C. Stress
10. An 18-year-old calls a crisis hotline. Which intervention is least appropriate?
A. Assessing suicide risk
B. Providing emotional support
C. Developing a safety plan
D. Discussing everyday activities
Correct Answer: D. Discussing everyday activities
11. A child placed in seclusion for violent behavior must be removed when:
A. The child cries
B. The child becomes quiet
C. The child begins head-butting the window
D. The child refuses medication
Correct Answer: C. The child begins head-butting the window
12. The MacDonald Triad includes which behaviors?
A. Stealing, lying, aggression
B. Bedwetting, cruelty to animals, fire-setting
C. Truancy, defiance, impulsivity
D. Hyperactivity, inattention, impulsivity
Correct Answer: B. Bedwetting, cruelty to animals, fire-setting
13. Discharge planning for a teenager with borderline personality disorder should
emphasize:
OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT
Comprehensive Resource To Help You Ace 2026-2027
Includes Frequently Tested Questions With ELABORATED
100% Correct COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Guaranteed Pass First Attempt!!
Current Update!!
1. Which global region has the highest infant mortality rate?
A. South America
B. Southeast Asia
C. Sub-Saharan Africa
D. Eastern Europe
Correct Answer: C. Sub-Saharan Africa
2. To achieve the greatest worldwide reduction in child mortality related to
pneumonia and diarrhea, which intervention is most effective?
A. Improved sanitation
B. Antibiotic access
C. Vaccinations
D. Oral rehydration therapy
Correct Answer: C. Vaccinations
3. Which statement is true regarding the health status of children in the United
States?
,A. Household poverty rates are lower than in other developed nations
B. Obesity rates in preschool children are increasing
C. Obesity rates among children aged 2–5 have significantly decreased
D. Malnutrition is the leading health concern
Correct Answer: C. Obesity rates among children aged 2–5 have significantly
decreased
4. When providing well-child care during the first year of life, the primary care
pediatric nurse practitioner follows AAP guidelines by:
A. Scheduling visits annually
B. Scheduling visits only if illness occurs
C. Scheduling visits to coincide with key developmental milestones
D. Scheduling visits every 6 months
Correct Answer: C. Scheduling visits to coincide with key developmental
milestones
5. A nurse explains the concept of a therapeutic milieu to a new nurse. Which
explanation best describes this term?
A. Structured environment promoting healing
B. Consistent staff interactions
C. Supportive social environment
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D. All of the above
6. A 16-year-old male is brought in by police after expressing suicidal thoughts.
What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
,A. Place him in a quiet room
B. Allow supervised group interaction
C. Place him in an area with one-on-one observation
D. Administer PRN anxiolytics
Correct Answer: C. Place him in an area with one-on-one observation
7. Learning disabilities in children are most strongly linked to:
A. Environmental exposure
B. Poor parenting
C. Genetics
D. Nutrition
Correct Answer: C. Genetics
8. When explaining behavioral challenges to a teacher, which description is most
accurate?
A. The child is intentionally misbehaving
B. The child may exhibit defiance or tantrums
C. The child lacks intelligence
D. The child is manipulative
Correct Answer: B. The child may exhibit defiance or tantrums
9. A child who has been continent for several years begins bedwetting again. What
is the most likely cause?
A. Urinary tract infection
B. Developmental regression
C. Stress
D. Neurologic disorder
, Correct Answer: C. Stress
10. An 18-year-old calls a crisis hotline. Which intervention is least appropriate?
A. Assessing suicide risk
B. Providing emotional support
C. Developing a safety plan
D. Discussing everyday activities
Correct Answer: D. Discussing everyday activities
11. A child placed in seclusion for violent behavior must be removed when:
A. The child cries
B. The child becomes quiet
C. The child begins head-butting the window
D. The child refuses medication
Correct Answer: C. The child begins head-butting the window
12. The MacDonald Triad includes which behaviors?
A. Stealing, lying, aggression
B. Bedwetting, cruelty to animals, fire-setting
C. Truancy, defiance, impulsivity
D. Hyperactivity, inattention, impulsivity
Correct Answer: B. Bedwetting, cruelty to animals, fire-setting
13. Discharge planning for a teenager with borderline personality disorder should
emphasize:
