The Nurse Gathers Data for a Pediatric Client Who Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

The nurse gathers data for a pediatric client who is experiencing a developmental delay.Which question does the nurse ask to determine if the delay is due to biological factors?

• A)"Did your child experience a lack of oxygen during the birth process?"
• B)"Was your child exposed to any chemicals, such as lead?"
• C)"Does your child eat a balanced diet?"
• D)"Has your child experienced abuse?"

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances released at the end of a nerve fiber by the arrival of a nerve impulse, which by diffusing across the synapse or junction facilitates the transfer of the impulse to another nerve fiber, a muscle fiber, or some other structure.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in the nervous system involved in muscle activation, memory, and learning.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter associated with mood regulation, digestion, sleep, and other important physiological processes.

Epinephrine

A hormone and neurotransmitter also known as adrenaline; it increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism, and is used in medical scenarios to treat severe allergic reactions.