Nursing Elites

1. When taking a child’s blood pressure, what percentage of the upper arm should the nurse ensure the cuff bladder width covers?

• A. 20%
• B. 40%
• C. 60%
• D. 80%

Correct answer: B

Rationale: When taking a child's blood pressure, the nurse should select a cuff with a bladder width that covers 40% of the arm circumference at the midpoint of the upper arm. This ensures accurate readings. Choosing a cuff that covers less or more than 40% can lead to incorrect blood pressure measurements. Therefore, options A, C, and D are incorrect.

2. Which muscle is contraindicated for the administration of immunizations in infants and young children?

• A. Deltoid
• B. Dorsogluteal
• C. Ventrogluteal
• D. Anterolateral thigh

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The dorsogluteal muscle is contraindicated for immunizations in infants and young children due to the risk of injury to the sciatic nerve. The anterolateral thigh is the preferred site.

3. According to Maslow’s hierarchy, what is the most advanced need provided by the home environment?

• A. Love
• B. Self-actualization
• C. Esteem
• D. Physiological

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, self-actualization. Self-actualization is the highest level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs, representing the realization of one's full potential. While love is an essential need, self-actualization builds upon the fulfillment of basic needs like safety and love. Esteem needs relate to feelings of accomplishment and recognition, which come before self-actualization. Physiological needs such as food, water, and shelter are the most basic needs at the bottom of the hierarchy.

4. Which term best describes the sharing of common characteristics that differentiate one group from other groups in a society?

• A. Race
• B. Culture
• C. Ethnicity
• D. Superiority

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Ethnicity refers to the shared characteristics such as nationality, culture, language, and beliefs that differentiate one group from another.

5. What is the first sign of puberty in boys?

• A. Enlargement of testes
• B. Decreased levels of testosterone
• C. Voice deepening
• D. Pubic hair

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The first sign of puberty in boys is typically the enlargement of the testes. This is due to the increase in production of testosterone, which leads to physical changes such as growth of the testes. Choice B, decreased levels of testosterone, is incorrect as puberty is marked by an increase in testosterone levels. Choice C, voice deepening, and choice D, pubic hair growth, usually occur later in the puberty process compared to testicular enlargement, making them incorrect answers.

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