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Pediatric Musculoskeletal Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
In Guillain-Barré syndrome, the paralysis usually follows a nonspecific gastrointestinal or respiratory infection by approximately 10 days. Of the following, the MOST likely respiratory infection that triggers the disease is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a well-documented respiratory trigger for Guillain-Barré syndrome, often linked to autoimmune responses.
Question 2 of 5
Bell palsy is an acute unilateral peripheral facial nerve palsy that is not associated with other cranial neuropathies or brainstem dysfunction. Of the following, the MOST traditional treatment is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prednisone is the most traditional and evidence-based treatment for Bell palsy to reduce inflammation and improve recovery.
Question 3 of 5
All the following are preserved in Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tibial nerves are not preserved in CMT; they are commonly affected, contributing to distal leg weakness.
Question 4 of 5
Dolichocephalic head is a feature of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dolichocephaly is a feature of myotubular myopathy, linked to hypotonia and craniofacial abnormalities.
Question 5 of 5
All the following are features of chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathies (CIDPs) EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: CSF in CIDP typically shows high protein without pleocytosis (albuminocytologic dissociation), unlike GBS where pleocytosis can occur.