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Infectious Disease Pediatric Questions
Question 1 of 5
Hematogenous dissemination of HSV to the central nervous system occur in
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neonates are most prone to hematogenous HSV dissemination to the CNS.
Question 2 of 5
Human herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6A and HHV-6B) and human herpesvirus 7 (HHV-7) cause infection in infancy and early childhood. HHV-6B is responsible for the majority of cases of roseola infantum (exanthema subitum or sixth disease). All the following are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Congenital HHV-7 infection is not well recognized.
Question 3 of 5
One of the following statements regarding tinidazole is TRUE
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tinidazole is FDA-approved for trichomoniasis.
Question 4 of 5
The leading protozoal cause of diarrhea in children worldwide is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cryptosporidium is the most common protozoal cause of diarrhea in children globally.
Question 5 of 5
Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome suggested by
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) is diagnosed with >20% weight discordance and >5 g/dL hemoglobin difference (C), reflecting significant vascular shunting, per standard criteria.