A high index of suspicion of which of the following conditions is to be undertaken in a patient with atopic dermatitis and failure to thrive

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome is associated with eczema thrombocytopenia and immune dysfunction.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Separation anxiety disorder can occur in children above 8 years of age, though it is more common in younger children. It affects both genders but may be slightly more prevalent in girls.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Tomatoes are not a common cause of exercise-induced anaphylaxis, unlike wheat, shellfish, celery, and peanuts.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A diagnosis of asthma is confirmed if recurrent symptoms improve with bronchodilator therapy.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: During acidosis, potassium shifts out of cells, increasing serum levels. Correction reverses this shift, leading to a drop in serum potassium, which may cause hypokalemia.