NSG 3600
CHILDREN'S HEALTH / PEDIATRIC NURSING
NSG 3600 Exam 2: Nursing Practice – Children’s Health Study
UPDATE
50 Multiple-Choice Questions
Complete Answers with Detailed Rationales
Aligned with Nursing & Pharmacology Standards
Galen College of Nursing
For academic study and exam review • Verify with current course materials
,NSG 3600 Exam 2 Nursing Practice Children s Health Study Guide D | 2026/2027
How to Use This Review
This comprehensive exam review contains high-yield multiple-choice questions. Each item includes the correct answer
and an expanded rationale explaining the underlying principle, why the correct option is preferred, and why distractors are
incorrect. Study tip: Attempt each question before reading the answer, then carefully review the rationale.
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, NSG 3600 Exam 2 Nursing Practice Children s Health Study Guide D | 2026/2027
Question 1
According to Erikson, a child aged 8 years is in which developmental stage?
A. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
B. Initiative vs. Guilt
C. Industry vs. Inferiority
D. Identity vs. Role Confusion
Answer: C
Rationale
Children in the school-age group (6-12 years) are in the stage of Industry vs. Inferiority, focusing on competence and social
achievements. Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices often reflect
common misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
Question 2
Which clinical manifestation is a hallmark sign of Intussusception in an infant?
A. Projectile vomiting
B. Steatorrhea
C. Ribbon-like, foul-smelling stools
D. Currant jelly-like stools
Answer: D
Rationale
Intussusception involves the telescoping of the bowel, leading to inflammation and the passage of blood and mucus, described
as currant jelly stools. Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices often reflect
common misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
Question 3
A child is admitted with suspected Epiglottitis. Which nursing action is contraindicated?
A. Assessing the throat with a tongue blade
B. Placing the child in a tripod position
C. Administering humidified oxygen
D. Preparing for emergency intubation
Answer: A
Rationale
Assessing the throat with a tongue blade or swab can cause complete airway obstruction due to laryngospasm in patients with
epiglottitis. Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices often reflect common
misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
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CHILDREN'S HEALTH / PEDIATRIC NURSING
NSG 3600 Exam 2: Nursing Practice – Children’s Health Study
UPDATE
50 Multiple-Choice Questions
Complete Answers with Detailed Rationales
Aligned with Nursing & Pharmacology Standards
Galen College of Nursing
For academic study and exam review • Verify with current course materials
,NSG 3600 Exam 2 Nursing Practice Children s Health Study Guide D | 2026/2027
How to Use This Review
This comprehensive exam review contains high-yield multiple-choice questions. Each item includes the correct answer
and an expanded rationale explaining the underlying principle, why the correct option is preferred, and why distractors are
incorrect. Study tip: Attempt each question before reading the answer, then carefully review the rationale.
Page 2
, NSG 3600 Exam 2 Nursing Practice Children s Health Study Guide D | 2026/2027
Question 1
According to Erikson, a child aged 8 years is in which developmental stage?
A. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
B. Initiative vs. Guilt
C. Industry vs. Inferiority
D. Identity vs. Role Confusion
Answer: C
Rationale
Children in the school-age group (6-12 years) are in the stage of Industry vs. Inferiority, focusing on competence and social
achievements. Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices often reflect
common misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
Question 2
Which clinical manifestation is a hallmark sign of Intussusception in an infant?
A. Projectile vomiting
B. Steatorrhea
C. Ribbon-like, foul-smelling stools
D. Currant jelly-like stools
Answer: D
Rationale
Intussusception involves the telescoping of the bowel, leading to inflammation and the passage of blood and mucus, described
as currant jelly stools. Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices often reflect
common misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
Question 3
A child is admitted with suspected Epiglottitis. Which nursing action is contraindicated?
A. Assessing the throat with a tongue blade
B. Placing the child in a tripod position
C. Administering humidified oxygen
D. Preparing for emergency intubation
Answer: A
Rationale
Assessing the throat with a tongue blade or swab can cause complete airway obstruction due to laryngospasm in patients with
epiglottitis. Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices often reflect common
misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
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