Most common cause of anaphylaxis noted in emergency department is:

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Question 1 of 5

Most common cause of anaphylaxis noted in emergency department is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Food allergies , like peanuts, are the leading cause of anaphylaxis in ED visits, per AAAAI. A, D-E are less frequent.

Question 2 of 5

The following statement is not true about lung function abnormalities in asthma:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Choice A is false; asthma typically shows >20% peak flow variation (ATS). B-E are true asthma features.

Question 3 of 5

A child with a history of cystic fibrosis is diagnosed to have pneumonia. The sputum culture reveals Burkholderia cepacia. The next step in management is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: IV antibiotics are required for Burkholderia cepacia pneumonia in cystic fibrosis, per CFF, due to resistance. A, B, D, E are inadequate.

Question 4 of 5

A 15-year-old girl with a history of cystic fibrosis appears with polydipsia and polyuria for the past 2 months. Laboratory findings reveal blood glucose of 250 mg/dL. Most likely diagnosis is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes fits polydipsia, polyuria, and hyperglycemia in cystic fibrosis, per CFF. A, B, D, E are less likely.

Question 5 of 5

A newborn failed to pass meconium within the first 24 hours of life. Abdominal x-ray reveals a ground glass appearance. Most likely diagnosis is:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Meconium peritonitis fits a ground glass appearance from perforation, per AAP. D has a soap bubble sign, A-C differ.

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