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1. Which family theory explains how families react to stressful events and suggests factors that promote adaptation to these events?

• A. Interactional theory
• B. Family stress theory
• C. Erikson's psychosocial theory
• D. Developmental systems theory

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Family stress theory explains how families respond to stress and identifies factors that help families adapt to and manage stressful events effectively.

2. Which family theory is described as a series of tasks for the family throughout its life span?

• A. Exchange theory
• B. Developmental theory
• C. Structural-functional theory
• D. Symbolic interactional theory

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Developmental theory outlines the series of tasks and stages that a family goes through over its life span, helping to understand the family's development and needs over time.

3. The parent of a child hospitalized with acute glomerulonephritis asks the nurse why blood pressure readings are being taken so often. What knowledge should influence the nurse's reply?

• A. The antibiotic therapy contributes to labile blood pressure values.
• B. Hypotension leading to sudden shock can develop at any time.
• C. Acute hypertension is a concern that requires monitoring.
• D. Blood pressure fluctuations indicate that the condition has become chronic.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Acute hypertension is a common complication of acute glomerulonephritis, requiring frequent monitoring to prevent complications such as encephalopathy or heart failure. Blood pressure fluctuations can occur but are not necessarily indicative of chronic disease.

4. The nurse is preparing an airborne infection isolation room for a patient. Which communicable disease does the patient likely have?

• A. Varicella
• B. Pertussis
• C. Influenza
• D. Scarlet fever

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Varicella (chickenpox) is an airborne infectious disease, requiring isolation to prevent the spread of the virus.

5. The nurse is teaching a child experiencing severe edema associated with minimal change nephrotic syndrome about his diet. The nurse should discuss what dietary need?

• A. Consuming a regular diet
• B. Increasing protein
• C. Restricting fluids
• D. Decreasing calories

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Fluid restriction is often necessary to manage severe edema associated with MCNS. Increasing protein is not typically recommended due to the risk of exacerbating proteinuria, and calorie reduction is not generally needed.

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