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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 9
Lobar pneumonia is characterized by the following EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lobar pneumonia causes consolidation, which leads to dullness on percussion rather than hyper-resonance. Other findings include bronchial breath sounds, crepitations, and increased vocal resonance.
Question 2 of 9
Hemophilia A is characterized by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hemophilia A is a clotting disorder due to Factor VIII deficiency, leading to prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) while PT, BT, and TT remain normal.
Question 3 of 9
In addition to pertussis vaccination, which vaccine given to pregnant women reduces infant disease up to 3 months of age?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maternal influenza vaccination provides passive immunity to the newborn, reducing the risk of severe illness in early infancy.
Question 4 of 9
What is the role of physical therapy in managing rheumatic diseases?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Physical therapy improves joint mobility, reduces pain, and enhances muscle strength in patients with rheumatic diseases.
Question 5 of 9
Treatment of juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) includes pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapy. The mainstay of pharmacological therapy is corticosteroids that should be integrated with non-pharmacological therapy. Of the following, the recommendation that is LEAST part of non-pharmacological treatment program in JDM is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bed rest is not typically recommended; activity is encouraged to prevent muscle atrophy.
Question 6 of 9
One of the following is an early sign of shock:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Irritability is an early sign of shock due to hypoperfusion before hypotension or organ failure develops.
Question 7 of 9
An infant has the following findings at 5 minutes of life: pulse per minute, cyanotic hands and feet, good muscle tone, and a strong cry and grimace This infant's Apgar score is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Apgar score is calculated by assigning points ( - ) for heart rate, respiratory effort, muscle tone, reflex irritability, and color Based on the description, the score would be: Heart rate ( ), Respiratory effort ( ), Muscle tone ( ), Reflex irritability ( ), Color ( ) = 9 points
Question 8 of 9
An important step in managing atopic dermatitis is identifying and avoiding irritants. A COMMON irritant is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Soaps and detergents can strip moisture and worsen atopic dermatitis, making them common irritants.
Question 9 of 9
Vomiting in the neonatal period is usually due to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Overfeeding is a common cause of vomiting in neonates, as their digestive systems are still developing. The other conditions can cause vomiting but are less common.