Question 1

Which pediatric client diagnoses would cause the nurse to include information related to short stature? Select all that apply.
A) Hypothyroidism
B) Turner syndrome
C) Chronic renal failure
D) Cushing syndrome
E) Diabetes mellitus

Accepted Answer

Hypothyroidism can lead to growth failure and short stature if not treated early. Turner syndrome is a genetic condition affecting females, leading to short stature among other features. Chronic renal failure can cause disturbances in growth hormone and its mediators, leading to poor growth. Cushing syndrome involves high levels of cortisol which can impair growth. Diabetes mellitus, while it can have many complications, is not directly associated with short stature as a primary symptom.

Question 2

Which assessment data for a pediatric client supports the diagnosis of familial or idiopathic central diabetes insipidus (DI)? Select all that apply.
A) Polyuria
B) Polydipsia
C) Nocturia
D) Enuresis
E) Constipation

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Which functions of the adrenal androgens should the nurse include in a teaching session for a pediatric client diagnosed with alterations in adrenal function? Select all that apply.
A) Stimulates bone development
B) Increases sodium ion reabsorption
C) Stimulates secondary sexual characteristics
D) Increases potassium excretion by the kidneys
E) Activates the sympathetic nervous system

Accepted Answer

Adrenal androgens are involved in stimulating bone development and the development of secondary sexual characteristics.

Question 4

Which functions of the adrenal hormone aldosterone should the nurse include in a teaching session for a pediatric client diagnosed with alterations in adrenal function? Select all that apply.
A) Stimulates bone development
B) Increases sodium ion reabsorption
C) Stimulates secondary sexual characteristics
D) Increases potassium excretion by the kidneys
E) Activates the sympathetic nervous system

Accepted Answer

Aldosterone functions to increase sodium ion reabsorption and potassium excretion by the kidneys. It does not stimulate bone development, the development of secondary sexual characteristics, or activate the sympathetic nervous system.

Question 5

Which diagnostic tests should the nurse include in the plan of care for a pediatric client who is at risk for short stature? Select all that apply.
A) Thyroid function studies
B) Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) and cortisol levels
C) Complete blood count
D) Blood culture
E) Urine creatinine

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 53: The Child With Alterations in Endocrine Function

Which pediatric client diagnoses would cause the nurse to include information related to short stature? Select all that apply.

Which assessment data for a pediatric client supports the diagnosis of familial or idiopathic central diabetes insipidus (DI) ? Select all that apply.

Which functions of the adrenal androgens should the nurse include in a teaching session for a pediatric client diagnosed with alterations in adrenal function? Select all that apply.

Which functions of the adrenal hormone aldosterone should the nurse include in a teaching session for a pediatric client diagnosed with alterations in adrenal function? Select all that apply.

Which diagnostic tests should the nurse include in the plan of care for a pediatric client who is at risk for short stature? Select all that apply.