CPN Practice Test

A pediatric nurse is assessing a child who presents with a low-grade fever, night sweats, and unexplained weight loss. Which of the following conditions should the nurse consider as a potential diagnosis?

During a routine check-up, a nurse finds that a child has a systolic heart murmur that is heard loudest at the left upper sternal border. Which condition is the most likely cause?

A nurse observes that a newborn exhibits episodes of cyanosis when feeding but appears normal at rest. What is the most likely explanation for these findings?

Which clinical finding would most likely suggest a diagnosis of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in a child?

A 2-year-old child presents with bilateral periorbital edema and proteinuria. Which of the following diagnoses is most likely?

A 6-month-old infant presents with irritability, poor feeding, and a bulging fontanelle. Which of the following should be the primary suspicion?

During an assessment of a 4-year-old, you notice asymmetrical shoulder heights. What is the most appropriate initial test to recommend?

A pediatric nurse assesses a child with suspected coarctation of the aorta. Which of the following findings is most likely?

Which clinical sign is most indicative of epiglottitis in a child presenting with acute onset of fever and sore throat?

A 3-year-old boy with no previous health issues suddenly develops a red, itchy rash after eating peanuts. What is the most appropriate first step in management?

You are assessing a child with suspected congenital heart disease. Which of the following symptoms would you expect?

In assessing a child with suspected acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), which of the following would be an expected finding?

A pediatric nurse notes that a 2-year-old child has not met the developmental milestones for his age. Which of the following conditions is most likely associated with global developmental delay?

When assessing a child for dehydration, which of the following signs is most critical?

In examining a child with a suspected endocrine disorder, which symptom would you most likely associate with hypothyroidism?

A nurse is evaluating a 10-year-old child with abdominal pain. Which of the following findings would most strongly suggest appendicitis?

When assessing a pediatric patient with suspected type 1 diabetes, which of the following symptoms would be most indicative of diabetic ketoacidosis?

In evaluating a child with jaundice, which of the following conditions should be considered as a potential underlying cause?

A nurse is assessing a newborn for congenital hip dysplasia. Which clinical finding would most likely confirm this diagnosis?

Which symptom is most indicative of a brain tumor in a pediatric patient?

A child presents with a barking cough and stridor. Which of the following conditions is most likely?

When assessing a child who presents with excessive bruising and bleeding gums, which of the following conditions should be considered?

A nurse notes pallor and fatigue in a pediatric patient. Which lab test is most critical to determine the cause?

In a pediatric assessment, which sign is most indicative of rheumatic fever?

A 5-year-old with no past medical history presents with sudden onset of tachypnea, fever, and wheezing. Which condition should be primarily suspected?

A pediatric nurse notes that a child with a sore throat has petechiae on the soft palate. Which condition is most likely the cause?

In a child with known heart disease, which symptom would most likely suggest worsening heart failure?

A 3-year-old presents with a three-day history of fever, red eyes, and a red, swollen tongue. What is the most likely diagnosis?

During a routine examination, a pediatric nurse discovers a murmur in a 4-year-old child. Which additional finding would most suggest a congenital heart defect?

A child is brought to the emergency department with a sudden, severe asthma attack. What clinical finding would indicate the need for immediate intubation?

A nurse is evaluating a pediatric patient with a suspected metabolic disorder. Which symptom is most indicative of urea cycle disorder?

Which finding on a newborn's physical examination would most likely suggest a diagnosis of trisomy 21 (Down syndrome)?

A pediatric patient presents with crampy abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea. Which condition should be primarily suspected?

In assessing a child with palpitations and dizziness, which diagnostic test is most appropriate to evaluate for cardiac arrhythmias?

A 4-year-old child with moderate persistent asthma is not responding to low-dose inhaled corticosteroids. Which step is most appropriate to include next in the asthma management plan?

A pediatric patient is diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JI

A nurse is planning care for a child with severe dehydration. Which fluid replacement strategy is most appropriate?

When planning post-operative care for a child who had a tonsillectomy, what is the most important intervention to prevent post-operative hemorrhage?

A nurse is planning care for a child with suspected meningitis. Which of the following actions is essential for immediate implementation?

For a pediatric patient undergoing chemotherapy, which nursing intervention is most effective in managing anticipatory nausea and vomiting?

A child with cystic fibrosis is experiencing frequent pulmonary exacerbations. What intervention should be prioritized to improve lung function and reduce exacerbations?

In planning care for a child with severe peanut allergy, what is the most critical intervention to include in the emergency management plan?

A 10-year-old child with Type 1 diabetes is on a fixed insulin regimen. What is the most appropriate nursing action to manage hypoglycemia during school hours?

For a child post-appendectomy, what intervention should be included in the plan of care to prevent pulmonary complications?

A pediatric nurse is planning care for a child with severe eczema. Which intervention is most effective in preventing skin infections associated with scratching?

What is the priority nursing action for a child immediately after a liver transplant?

In developing a plan of care for a child with a newly inserted central venous catheter 'CVC', which intervention is crucial to prevent catheter-related bloodstream infections?

For a child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) who is neutropenic, what is the most important intervention to incorporate into the care plan?

A nurse is planning care for a child with sickle cell disease during a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which intervention should be prioritized to manage pain and prevent complications?

In planning care for a pediatric patient with a recent diagnosis of type I diabetes, which intervention is critical for immediate education to prevent ketoacidosis?

For a child with severe aplastic anemia, what is the most appropriate nursing intervention to reduce the risk of infection?

A nurse is planning care for a pediatric patient with epilepsy. Which intervention should be included to ensure safety during a seizure?

When planning care for a child with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), which intervention is crucial to monitor and manage increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?

In the care plan for a child with cystic fibrosis, which intervention is most effective in managing digestive problems associated with the disease?

What is the most appropriate intervention to manage chronic pain in a pediatric patient with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JI

In developing a care plan for a child with severe food allergies, which of the following is a priority for preventing anaphylactic episodes at school?

When planning care for a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder 'ADHD' starting stimulant medication, which intervention should be included to monitor for potential side effects?

What is the most effective nursing intervention for a child with bronchiolitis to enhance airway clearance?

In planning care for a pediatric patient with acute renal failure, what is the most critical nursing action to manage fluid and electrolyte balance?

For a child with severe hemophilia, what is the priority intervention to prevent bleeding episodes?

In the care plan for a child diagnosed with depression, which intervention is essential to monitor treatment efficacy and safety?

When planning post-operative care for a child who underwent cardiac surgery, which intervention is essential to prevent low cardiac output syndrome?

A 10-year-old child with Type 1 diabetes is on a fixed insulin regimen. What is the most appropriate nursing action to manage hypoglycemia during school hours?

When planning care for a child with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), which intervention is crucial to monitor and manage increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?

A 6-year-old patient presents with suspected rheumatic fever. Which clinical finding would be most critical to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment regimen?

In evaluating a 4-month-old with dehydration, which outcome indicates that the rehydration therapy has been effective?

After starting a new asthma management plan, which outcome best indicates successful control of a 10-year-old patient's asthma?

In evaluating the effectiveness of pain management for a child post-surgery, which observation would be the most indicative of effective treatment?

For a child with type 1 diabetes, which parameter is most crucial to evaluate the effectiveness of the prescribed insulin therapy?

When assessing the therapeutic response of a pediatric patient undergoing treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), which test result is most significant?

A pediatric patient with severe eczema has been prescribed a new skin care regimen. Which of the following outcomes would best indicate a successful treatment?

In evaluating the effectiveness of a developmental intervention in a 3-year-old child with developmental delay, which outcome indicates significant progress?

Following intervention for pediatric obstructive sleep apnea, which outcome is the most direct indicator of treatment effectiveness?

A pediatric patient is being treated for major depressive disorder. Which outcome best indicates a positive response to therapy?

In evaluating treatment efficacy for a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder 'ADHD', which outcome would most effectively indicate successful management?

A child with cystic fibrosis is on a new treatment regimen. Which parameter would best evaluate the success of this treatment?

When assessing the outcome of iron supplementation in a child with iron deficiency anemia, which laboratory value is most indicative of treatment efficacy?

Evaluating a pediatric patient's response to growth hormone therapy, what outcome demonstrates effective therapy?

In monitoring a pediatric patient with chronic kidney disease, which outcome best indicates effective disease management?

What outcome is most crucial to determine the effectiveness of a new hearing aid in a child with hearing impairment?

For a pediatric patient with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, which outcome best reflects effective management of the condition?

A child with asthma has been using an adjusted medication regimen for three months. Which finding would best indicate a need for further adjustment of the medication?

Evaluating a 12-year-old's treatment response for depression, which of the following would indicate an effective intervention?

In monitoring a child with coeliac disease, which outcome indicates the effectiveness of a gluten-free diet?

What outcome is most significant in evaluating the effectiveness of a behavioral intervention for a child with oppositional defiant disorder?

A pediatric oncology patient is receiving chemotherapy. Which result is a primary indicator of successful treatment?

When evaluating a child's recovery from pneumonia, which of the following outcomes would indicate effective treatment?

For evaluating effective management of a child with sickle cell disease during a vaso-occlusive crisis, which outcome is most indicative of successful treatment?

In assessing the efficacy of antibiotic therapy for a child with otitis media, which finding best indicates treatment success?

Evaluating a treatment plan for a child with a learning disability, which outcome would best indicate that the interventions are successful?

For a child undergoing rehabilitation after a traumatic brain injury, which of the following is a crucial outcome to assess treatment effectiveness?

In evaluating a dietary intervention for a child with hyperlipidemia, which laboratory value is the most direct indicator of success?

What outcome indicates successful management of nocturnal enuresis in a pediatric patient?

A child with bronchiolitis has been under treatment for 48 hours. Which clinical observation is most indicative that the treatment is effective?

In evaluating a pediatric patient's response to insulin therapy for newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes, which of the following outcomes would most accurately indicate stabilization of the condition?

When evaluating the effectiveness of an intervention for pediatric migraine, which outcome is most directly relevant?

For a child with acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) undergoing chemotherapy, which clinical outcome would best indicate a successful response to treatment?

In assessing the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions for a child with autism spectrum disorder, which of the following outcomes would be most indicative of progress?

Evaluating the treatment of a pediatric patient with congenital hypothyroidism, which outcome best reflects effective management?

In evaluating the response of a child with cystic fibrosis to a new physiotherapy regimen, which of the following would indicate successful treatment?