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Pediatric Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Acute laryngotracheobronchitis is associated with which of the following radiological signs:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The steeple sign is a characteristic radiological feature of acute laryngotracheobronchitis (croup). It results from subglottic airway narrowing, visible on anteroposterior neck X-rays as a tapering of the trachea.
Question 2 of 5
A 5-year-old boy has systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (sJIA) with systemic manifestations including fever, hepatosplenomegaly, and pericarditis. Of the following, the BEST initial treatment for this boy is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Systemic glucocorticoids are used initially to control severe systemic symptoms in sJIA.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a common extra-articular manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rheumatoid arthritis can cause interstitial lung disease, cardiovascular complications, and neuropathy, making 'All of the above' the correct answer.
Question 4 of 5
In infants, inferences about vision may be made by physical examination of the eye and assessment of
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Personal-social skills can provide clues about vision development.
Question 5 of 5
A 13-year-old adolescent female attained out-patient department (OPD), with a complaint of feeling fat especially over the stomach and thighs; she is also feeling cold, tired, weak, and lacking energy. Examination reveals heart rate 46 beats/min, blood pressure 70/40 mmHg, weight below 3rd centile, dry skin, and lanugo-type hair growth on face; lab investigations show hypokalemia and hypophosphatemia. Of the following, the MOST appropriate next action is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The patient shows severe signs of an eating disorder with critical physical parameters, necessitating immediate hospital admission.