Which of the following accurately describes a child with marasmus?


Answer: His growth ceases

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A nurse cares for a teenage girl with a new ileostomy. The client states, "I cannot go to prom with an ostomy." How should the nurse respond?

a. "Sure you can. Purchase a prom dress one size larger to hide the ostomy appliance." b. "The pouch won't be as noticeable if you avoid broccoli and carbonated drinks prior to the prom." c. "Let's talk to the enterostomal therapist about options for ostomy supplies and dress styles." d. "You can remove the pouch from your ostomy appliance when you are at the prom so that it is less noticeable."

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What manifestations of increasing ICP in the hydrocephalic child should the nurse be aware of? (Select all that apply.)

a. High-pitched cry b. Inequality of pupils c. Bulging fontanelles d. Diarrhea e. Hiccups

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The student nurse is assessing the client's lateral flexion. Which of the following instructions by the student to the client indicates the need for further instruction? Standard Text: Select all that apply

1. "Tilt your head back and look at the ceiling.". 2. "Lean your head to the side and attempt to touch your ear to your shoulder.". 3. "Touch your chin to your chest.". 4. "Attempt to raise your shoulders up toward your ears.". 5. "Attempt to rotate your head in a circular manner.".

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Type 2 diabetes is becoming more prevalent in children, largely because of

a. increased intakes of refined sugar. b. increased awareness and diagnosis. c. the increasing prevalence of overweight children. d. inheritance of a dominant gene that causes the disease.

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