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PN VATI Pediatric Nursing Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
An infant of a diabetic mother (IDM) appears with hypoglycemia is mostly due to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperinsulinemia in IDMs from maternal hyperglycemia causes postnatal hypoglycemia (AAP). Other options (A, B, D, E) don’t fit.
Question 2 of 5
The most accurate assessment of gestational age in the second trimester is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Biparietal diameter is the most accurate second-trimester measure (ACOG). D is first-trimester, and A, C, E are supplementary.
Question 3 of 5
All infants should receive vitamin K at birth. Additional vitamin K is indicated in all of the following conditions except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Formula-fed infants don’t need extra vitamin K as formulas are fortified (AAP). A, B, D, E increase deficiency risk.
Question 4 of 5
A mother refuses to administer inhaled steroids to her 5-year-old son with moderate persistent asthma because of potential side effects. The physician should start with:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leukotriene antagonists are an alternative controller for moderate persistent asthma when inhaled steroids are refused, per GINA. A-C, E are less suitable.
Question 5 of 5
Most common gastrointestinal manifestation in patients with cystic fibrosis is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancreatic insufficiency is the most common GI issue in cystic fibrosis, affecting 85-90% of patients, per CFF. B-E are less frequent.