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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
An infant has the following findings at 5 minutes of life: pulse per minute, cyanotic hands and feet, good muscle tone, and a strong cry and grimace This infant's Apgar score is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Apgar score is calculated by assigning points ( - ) for heart rate, respiratory effort, muscle tone, reflex irritability, and color Based on the description, the score would be: Heart rate ( ), Respiratory effort ( ), Muscle tone ( ), Reflex irritability ( ), Color ( ) = 9 points
Question 2 of 5
You are discussing with the medical students the role of systemic steroids for the management of rheumatologic diseases. Your discussion should include all the following statements EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Steroids do not prevent joint destruction; they only reduce inflammation temporarily.
Question 3 of 5
Advanced life support includes the following Except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advanced life support (ALS) includes airway management, vascular access, fluid resuscitation, and defibrillation, but does not specifically focus on treating arrhythmias, which is a specialized intervention.
Question 4 of 5
What is the role of physical therapy in managing rheumatic diseases?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Physical therapy improves joint mobility, reduces pain, and enhances muscle strength in patients with rheumatic diseases.
Question 5 of 5
Which is considered a feature suggesting functional abdominal pain in children and adolescents?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Functional abdominal pain is diagnosed when symptoms occur in the absence of organic disease, with normal growth and well-being between episodes.