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NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
All the following are recognizable teratogens EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypothermia is not typically considered a teratogen.
Question 2 of 5
A patient with a new diagnosis of lymphoma is experiencing fatigue. Which of the ff. is the best way to assess her fatigue?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The best way to assess a patient's fatigue is to have her rate her fatigue on a scale of 0 to 10. Fatigue is primarily a subjective symptom, and patients are the best source of information regarding their own levels of fatigue. Using a standardized scale allows for a more quantitative assessment of the severity of the fatigue experienced by the patient. This can also help in monitoring changes in fatigue over time and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions aimed at managing fatigue. While observing the patient's activity level (choice A) can provide some information, it may not always accurately reflect the subjective experience of fatigue. Monitoring for changes in vital signs (choice C) and assessing hemoglobin and hematocrit values (choice D) can be important in evaluating overall health status and potential causes of fatigue, but they do not directly assess the patient's subjective experience of fatigue.
Question 3 of 5
Streptococcal pharyngitis should be treated with antibiotics to avoid which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Streptococcal pharyngitis, commonly known as strep throat, is caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. If left untreated, the infection can lead to complications such as poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis, which is a type of nephrotic syndrome affecting the kidneys. Antibiotic treatment for streptococcal pharyngitis is important to prevent these potential severe complications, including nephrotic syndrome. Otitis media, acute laryngitis, and hemorrhagic fever are not direct complications of untreated streptococcal pharyngitis.
Question 4 of 5
A 1-year old boy presents with high grade fever and conjunctivitis for 4 days followed by generalized maculopapular rash. One of his elder siblings had similar complaints 10 days back. The most likely diagnosis is?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Measles presents with high-grade fever, conjunctivitis, and a maculopapular rash appearing after a few days of illness, often following a similar illness in a sibling.
Question 5 of 5
Which part of the brain controls breathing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The medulla oblongata, located in the brainstem, is responsible for controlling essential autonomic functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure. Specifically, the medulla regulates the rhythm and depth of breathing by sending signals to the respiratory muscles, including the diaphragm and intercostal muscles. In response to changing levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood, the medulla adjusts the breathing rate to maintain proper oxygenation of the body tissues. Damage to the medulla can result in respiratory failure, highlighting its critical role in controlling breathing.