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Pediatric Infectious Disease NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Herpes whitlow is HSV infection of the
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Herpes whitlow is an HSV infection of the fingers.
Question 2 of 5
Amantadine and rimantadine are effective only against influenza A viruses and are not approved for use in children younger than
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amantadine and rimantadine are not approved for children under 18 months.
Question 3 of 5
All the following can cause human amoebic meningoencephalitis EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Entamoeba histolytica does not cause primary amoebic meningoencephalitis.
Question 4 of 5
The MOST common cause of death in kala azar is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Secondary bacterial infections are the leading cause of death in kala azar.
Question 5 of 5
Perinatal mortality rate is expressed as number of deaths per 1000 live births and it's refers to fetal deaths occurring from
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Perinatal mortality includes fetal deaths ≥20 weeks gestation through 7 days post-birth (A), per WHO definition, capturing stillbirths and early neonatal deaths.