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Pediatric Musculoskeletal Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 4
ECG changes in hypomagnesaemia is characterized by
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypomagnesemia prolongs PR, QRS, and QT intervals due to impaired cardiac repolarization.
Question 2 of 4
In metabolic alkalosis secondary to gastric loss, all the following mechanisms prevent renal bicarbonate loss EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mineralocorticoid escape prevents sodium retention, not bicarbonate loss; others maintain alkalosis.
Question 3 of 4
Increased production of CO2 occurs in all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emesis does not increase CO₂ production; others (e.g., fever, activity) raise metabolic rate and CO₂.
Question 4 of 4
The MOST common manifestation of cerebral edema from an overly rapid decrease of serum sodium concentration during correction of hypernatremic dehydration is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Seizures are the most common sign of cerebral edema from rapid sodium correction due to brain swelling.