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Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Ideally, all children should be subjected to routine screening for autistic spectrum disorders (in USA) at age of
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Routine screening for ASD is recommended at 18 and 24 months in the USA.
Question 2 of 5
The age at which evaluation for primary amenorrhea should be undertaken is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Evaluation for primary amenorrhea is recommended if menstruation has not occurred by age 16.
Question 3 of 5
Approaching to a child with failure to thrive based on signs and symptoms. Of the following, the MOST common cause behind a child has spitting, vomiting, and food refusal is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gastroesophageal reflux is the most common cause of spitting, vomiting, and food refusal in infants and young children. Other conditions are less frequent and typically present with additional specific symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
The dose of adrenaline IV for cardiac arrest is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The recommended IV dose of epinephrine for pediatric cardiac arrest is 10 mcg/kg (0.01 mg/kg). Higher doses do not improve outcomes and may increase side effects.
Question 5 of 5
A 12-month-old receives the MMR vaccine and suddenly develops flushing, tachycardia, and weak peripheral pulses. What is the likely explanation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Anaphylactic shock is a severe allergic reaction characterized by vasodilation, airway swelling, and circulatory collapse, requiring immediate epinephrine administration.