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Pediatric Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Alcohol acts primarily as a CNS depressant. It produces all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alcohol induces hypothermia rather than hyperthermia, affecting thermoregulation negatively.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following drugs can cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sulfonamides are a well-known cause of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a severe hypersensitivity reaction.
Question 3 of 5
By what age should the nurse expect an infant to be able to pull to a standing position?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Most infants can pull themselves to a standing position at age 9 months. Infants who are not able to pull themselves to standing by age 11 to 12 months should be further evaluated for developmental dysplasia of the hip.
Question 4 of 5
You are treating a 10-month-old child with failure to thrive. Of the following, the minimal accepted catch-up weight gain is about
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Catch-up weight gain of 20-30 gm/kg/day is considered the minimum acceptable rate for children recovering from failure to thrive. Lower rates indicate insufficient progress, while higher rates may reflect excessive caloric intake.
Question 5 of 5
Which issue is associated with globalization?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Globalization can lead to cultural homogenization, where local cultures may be overshadowed by dominant global cultures.