NSG 434 Final Exam Success Guide | Latest Update 2026–
2027 | Complete Study Guide | Graded A+
1. A diet that would be recommended for a patient undergoing chemotherapy
would include which of the following?
High-calorie, low-protein foods
Low-calorie, high-saturated fat foods
High-protein, low-saturated fat foods
High-fat, low-protein foods
2. What is the common location for atopic dermatitis in infants?
On the hands and feet
On the face and scalp
On the trunk and legs
On the back and abdomen
3. A parent is concerned about their child's fever and is considering giving them
medication. What advice should you provide to minimize the risk of Reyes
Syndrome?
Suggest alternating doses of aspirin and ibuprofen.
Recommend giving the child aspirin to reduce fever.
Advise the parent to use acetaminophen or ibuprofen instead of
aspirin.
Instruct the parent to avoid all medications for fever.
4. What is Hirschsprung Disease?
, A disease characterized by segmental inflammation of the
gastrointestinal tract
A disease characterized by inflammation limited to the large bowel
Congenital disorder primarily affecting the large bowel caused by
defects in neural migration
A disease characterized by the development of pseudo-diverticula
predominantly in the distal colon
A common abnormality caused predominantly by overuse of
anthraquinone laxatives
5. What is leukemia?
Cancer of muscle tissue
Cancer of blood-forming cells
Cancer of lymphatic tissue
Cancer of nervous tissue
6. Describe the nursing interventions that are essential for a child diagnosed
with gastroschisis.
Nursing interventions include monitoring vital signs, maintaining
temperature control, and providing postoperative care.
Nursing interventions are limited to dietary management.
Nursing interventions do not require monitoring of vital signs.
Nursing interventions focus solely on administering medications.
7. A 3-year-old child presents with a barking cough and stridor. After diagnosis
of croup, what immediate nursing intervention should be prioritized?
Monitor vital signs closely.
, Administer corticosteroids as prescribed.
Provide a humidified environment.
Encourage fluid intake.
8. What is one common side effect of chemotherapy in pediatric patients?
Increased appetite
Weight gain
Nausea
Improved energy levels
9. If a pediatric patient presents with symptoms such as a noticeable mass and
pain in the affected area, what should be the immediate nursing intervention
regarding rhabdomyosarcoma?
Conduct a thorough assessment and refer for imaging studies.
Schedule a follow-up appointment in a month.
Reassure the patient and monitor for changes.
Administer pain relief medication immediately.
10. What is a common medication prescribed for managing severe spasticity in
patients with Cerebral Palsy?
Acetaminophen
Aspirin
Baclofen
Ibuprofen
, 11. Describe the importance of monitoring fluid balance in pediatric patients
with heart failure.
Monitoring fluid balance helps prevent fluid overload and manage
symptoms of heart failure.
Monitoring fluid balance is only necessary during medication
administration.
Monitoring fluid balance is irrelevant in heart failure management.
Monitoring fluid balance is primarily for nutritional purposes.
12. What is a common symptom associated with osteosarcoma in children?
Nausea
Fever
Skin rash
Bone pain
13. Primary therapy for Kawasaki disease is
supportive
antibiotics
corticosteroids
IVIG
14. What is the primary treatment method for gastroschisis in pediatric nursing?
Nutritional support
Physical therapy
Surgical intervention
2027 | Complete Study Guide | Graded A+
1. A diet that would be recommended for a patient undergoing chemotherapy
would include which of the following?
High-calorie, low-protein foods
Low-calorie, high-saturated fat foods
High-protein, low-saturated fat foods
High-fat, low-protein foods
2. What is the common location for atopic dermatitis in infants?
On the hands and feet
On the face and scalp
On the trunk and legs
On the back and abdomen
3. A parent is concerned about their child's fever and is considering giving them
medication. What advice should you provide to minimize the risk of Reyes
Syndrome?
Suggest alternating doses of aspirin and ibuprofen.
Recommend giving the child aspirin to reduce fever.
Advise the parent to use acetaminophen or ibuprofen instead of
aspirin.
Instruct the parent to avoid all medications for fever.
4. What is Hirschsprung Disease?
, A disease characterized by segmental inflammation of the
gastrointestinal tract
A disease characterized by inflammation limited to the large bowel
Congenital disorder primarily affecting the large bowel caused by
defects in neural migration
A disease characterized by the development of pseudo-diverticula
predominantly in the distal colon
A common abnormality caused predominantly by overuse of
anthraquinone laxatives
5. What is leukemia?
Cancer of muscle tissue
Cancer of blood-forming cells
Cancer of lymphatic tissue
Cancer of nervous tissue
6. Describe the nursing interventions that are essential for a child diagnosed
with gastroschisis.
Nursing interventions include monitoring vital signs, maintaining
temperature control, and providing postoperative care.
Nursing interventions are limited to dietary management.
Nursing interventions do not require monitoring of vital signs.
Nursing interventions focus solely on administering medications.
7. A 3-year-old child presents with a barking cough and stridor. After diagnosis
of croup, what immediate nursing intervention should be prioritized?
Monitor vital signs closely.
, Administer corticosteroids as prescribed.
Provide a humidified environment.
Encourage fluid intake.
8. What is one common side effect of chemotherapy in pediatric patients?
Increased appetite
Weight gain
Nausea
Improved energy levels
9. If a pediatric patient presents with symptoms such as a noticeable mass and
pain in the affected area, what should be the immediate nursing intervention
regarding rhabdomyosarcoma?
Conduct a thorough assessment and refer for imaging studies.
Schedule a follow-up appointment in a month.
Reassure the patient and monitor for changes.
Administer pain relief medication immediately.
10. What is a common medication prescribed for managing severe spasticity in
patients with Cerebral Palsy?
Acetaminophen
Aspirin
Baclofen
Ibuprofen
, 11. Describe the importance of monitoring fluid balance in pediatric patients
with heart failure.
Monitoring fluid balance helps prevent fluid overload and manage
symptoms of heart failure.
Monitoring fluid balance is only necessary during medication
administration.
Monitoring fluid balance is irrelevant in heart failure management.
Monitoring fluid balance is primarily for nutritional purposes.
12. What is a common symptom associated with osteosarcoma in children?
Nausea
Fever
Skin rash
Bone pain
13. Primary therapy for Kawasaki disease is
supportive
antibiotics
corticosteroids
IVIG
14. What is the primary treatment method for gastroschisis in pediatric nursing?
Nutritional support
Physical therapy
Surgical intervention
