One of the following is not included in the definition of the systemic inflammatory response (SIRS) in neonates and pediatric patients

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Perfusion abnormalities are not part of the traditional SIRS criteria, which focus on temperature, WBC count, respiratory rate, and heart rate.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Hyperventilation compensates for metabolic acidosis by reducing COâ‚‚, which helps balance pH when bicarbonate is lost.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Complete androgen insensitivity syndrome follows an X-linked recessive pattern, as it results from mutations in the androgen receptor gene on the X chromosome.

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.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Innocent murmurs are benign and require no restriction of activity, antibiotic prophylaxis, or serial echocardiography unless symptoms suggest structural heart disease.