Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is characterized by re-experiencing a traumatic event that threatened live. It may occur both in children and adults. Of the following, the symptom that is MORE likely seen in children than in adults is

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Flashbacks in children often manifest as daydreams rather than vivid memories, reflecting their developmental stage.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Salicylate poisoning leads to metabolic acidosis with a high anion gap due to the accumulation of organic acids, including lactate and ketoacids. It initially causes respiratory alkalosis, followed by metabolic acidosis.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Late-phase reactions to venom include serum sickness, vasculitis, nephrotic syndrome, and hemolytic anemia, but encephalopathy is not a common delayed reaction to venom exposure.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The diaper area is typically spared due to moisture protection.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: IV calcium gluconate stabilizes cardiac membranes, reducing the risk of arrhythmias from hyperkalemia, without lowering potassium levels.