The nurse is preparing a presentation for a parent group about childhood cancers, focusing on brain tumors in children. What would the nurse describe as the most common type of brain tumor?
A) Brain stem glioma
B) Medulloblastoma
C) Ependymoma
D) Astrocytoma
Ans: B
Of all the types of brain tumors listed, a medulloblastoma is the most common type. It is invasive, is highly malignant, and grows rapidly.
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Which of the following active older adults who implements an exercise regimen is likely to have the most beneficial effect on musculoskeletal function?
A) A 70-year-old who runs 1 mile most mornings and cycles 5 miles once or twice a week. B) A 76-year-old who swims laps four times weekly and does light weight training on the other 3 days. C) A 72-year-old who has been a competitive body builder for many years and lifts weights 6 to 7 days per week. D) A 78-year-old who has recently begun attending yoga classes three times a week.
The nurse is planning equipment needs for a new health provider office in which immunizations will be given among other services. Which indicates the priority consideration?
1. A new office is not allowed to have vaccines for at least one year. 2. At least one refrigerator for cold storage is needed in this office. 3. Cabinet space should be allocated specifically for the vaccines. 4. A medication refrigerator is necessary for vaccine storage.
The toddler refuses to take his oral medication. What is the best suggestion to the mother from the nurse for ensuring the toddler receives his medication?
1. "Tell him you will buy him a toy if he takes the medication." 2. "Crush the tablet and mix it with a small amount of jam." 3. "Crush the tablet and mix it with milk." 4. "Tell him he will be punished if he does not take the medicine."
Identify the main characteristic of the REM stage of the sleep cycle.
A. Dreaming B. Increased autonomic system activity C. Periods of rapid eye movement D. All of the above