CPHON: practice test questions with correct answers

Which of the following is an indication that a child is experiencing precocious puberty? A-Testicular enlargement at age 10 B-Tall stature C-Delayed epiphyseal fusion D-Advanced bone age - Answer D-advanced bone age --when child's body changes into adult's body too soon -age 10 is normal age to start puberty; would be a sign if <10 Parental grief following the death of a child from cancer generally plateau's at what point in time? A- 4 -10 months B- 12 - 18 months C- 20 - 26 months D- 30 - 36 months - Answer B- 12-18mo The parent of a 7-year-old child with end-stage disease asks the nurse, "My child has been asking questions about death, what do I say?" What would be the most appropriate response from the nurse? A- Tell the patient that it is like a special sleep