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Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
Rapid and deep breathing without other signs of respiratory distress may be caused by the following EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rapid, deep breathing (Kussmaul breathing) is typically associated with diabetic ketoacidosis, renal tubular acidosis, and CNS stimulants. Heart failure typically causes shallow, labored breathing, not deep breathing without distress.
Question 2 of 5
Characteristics of hypertonic dehydration include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In hypertonic dehydration, relative intravascular volume preservation delays shock onset despite severe dehydration.
Question 3 of 5
The condition where diagnosis of acute rheumatic fever needs adherence to Jones criteria is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acute rheumatic fever recurrence requires strict adherence to the Jones criteria to confirm the diagnosis, ensuring the presence of major and minor criteria along with evidence of prior streptococcal infection.
Question 4 of 5
In chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) with comorbid depression and anxiety, antidepressants can be useful. Of the following, the MOST useful antidepressant drug in CFS is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sertraline is effective for treating both depression and anxiety, making it a suitable choice for managing CFS-related symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
The child with polyarticular JIA often has a more prolonged course of active joint inflammation and requires early and aggressive therapy. Of the following, the predictor that carries the WORST prognosis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nodules indicate more severe disease and carry a worse prognosis.