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What is the risk the fetus will be affected?

  • A. 1 in 2
  • B. 1 in 4
  • C. 1 in 50
  • D. 1 in 200
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) type 2 is autosomal recessive. If the mother’s new partner is a carrier (assuming population risk isn’t specified), the risk is 1 in 4 (Choice B): 25% chance the fetus inherits two mutated SMN1 alleles (50% from each carrier parent). 1 in 2 (Choice A) applies if one parent is affected. 1 in 50 (Choice C) or 1 in 200 (Choice D) suggest unrelated carrier frequencies, not applicable without data. 1 in 4 is standard for recessive inheritance with two carriers.

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A child with a history of cystic fibrosis suddenly develops right-sided chest pain and shortness of breath. Physical examination reveals decreased breath sounds on the right side and mediastinal shift to the left side. Most likely diagnosis is:

  • A. Pneumonia
  • B. Asthma exacerbation
  • C. Foreign body aspiration
  • D. Pneumothorax
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Pneumothorax matches unilateral findings and mediastinal shift in cystic fibrosis, per CFF. A-C, E don’t fit.

Immediate priority for a 6-year-old with pneumonia is

  • A. Nutrition
  • B. Medication
  • C. Reassurance
  • D. Rest
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Rest D reduces respiratory demand, per document p18, 4.

When a parent asks the nurse to describe what is meant by a 'learning disability,' the nurse's most helpful response would be:

  • A. It is characterized by inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity'
  • B. A child may have difficulty with perception, language, comprehension, or memory'
  • C. The child's intellectual ability limits his learning'
  • D. The child has difficulty learning because of brain damage'
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A learning disability (B) involves challenges in perception, language, or comprehension despite normal intelligence. A describes ADHD, C implies low IQ, and D suggests injury, not typical. Document: 'Children with learning disabilities may have… difficulties in perception, language, comprehension.'

A 3-year-old with a burn should avoid

  • A. Breaking blisters
  • B. Infection
  • C. Pain
  • D. Swelling
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Breaking blisters A increases infection risk, per document p42, 3.

What type of diet is recommended for the menopausal woman?

  • A. Low-fat, high-fiber, and soy diet
  • B. High-carbohydrate, low-fat diet
  • C. Low-salt, high-fiber, low-protein diet
  • D. Low-fat, low-carbohydrate, high-protein
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A low-fat, high-fiber, and soy diet (A) helps manage menopausal symptoms via phytoestrogens and heart health. Other options (B, C, D) lack soy’s specific benefits. Document: 'A low-fat, high-fiber, and soy diet… [is used for] managing menopausal symptoms.'

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