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Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
In neonates, apnea of prematurity is due to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Apnea of prematurity is caused by an immature central respiratory drive in preterm infants. It leads to intermittent pauses in breathing and can be managed with caffeine therapy and respiratory support if needed.
Question 2 of 5
In atopic dermatitis, the presence of punched-out erosions, vesicles, and infected skin lesions that fail to respond to oral antibiotics suggests infection with
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Eczema herpeticum caused by Herpes simplex virus presents with punched-out erosions.
Question 3 of 5
Eventration of the diaphragm may be associated with the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulmonary sequestration is not typically associated with eventration of the diaphragm. The other conditions are known associations.
Question 4 of 5
The condition where diagnosis of acute rheumatic fever needs adherence to Jones criteria is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acute rheumatic fever recurrence requires strict adherence to the Jones criteria to confirm the diagnosis, ensuring the presence of major and minor criteria along with evidence of prior streptococcal infection.
Question 5 of 5
One of the following drugs is not used during resuscitation:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Digitalis is primarily used for heart failure and atrial fibrillation, not typically in resuscitation. Epinephrine and atropine are more relevant in emergency situations.