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NCLEX Questions Pediatric Infectious Diseases Questions
Question 1 of 5
Metronidazole is highly effective in the treatment of infections caused by anaerobes. It can increase the level of which of the following drugs if given at the same time
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Metronidazole inhibits CYP450, increasing phenytoin levels.
Question 2 of 5
The drug of choice for Sydenham chorea is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Haloperidol is the preferred treatment for Sydenham chorea.
Question 3 of 5
The MOST common secondary site involved in cases of pulmonary nocardiosis is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The brain is the most common secondary site in pulmonary nocardiosis.
Question 4 of 5
Of the following, the MOST effective agent for prophylaxis of meningococcal disease is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ceftriaxone is highly effective for meningococcal prophylaxis.
Question 5 of 5
The MOST common reason for which children receive antibiotics is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Otitis media is the leading reason for antibiotic prescriptions in children.