Adverse effects of frequently administered B-agonist therapy in asthma include all the following EXCEPT

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Frequent beta-agonist use can cause tremors, irritability, tachycardia, and hypokalemia, but bradycardia is not a common side effect.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Congenital anomalies are the leading cause of neonatal mortality in full-term newborns, as they often result in severe structural or functional abnormalities that are incompatible with life.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Breath-holding spells are often linked to iron deficiency anemia and typically resolve by age 5. They are not seizures or solely expressed as tonic movements.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Phototherapy is the first-line treatment for neonatal jaundice to prevent bilirubin-induced neurotoxicity (kernicterus). It converts unconjugated bilirubin into a water-soluble form for excretion.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Aspirin is less commonly associated with drug-induced anaphylaxis compared to penicillin, NSAIDs, radiocontrast media, and vaccines.