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Pediatric Nursing Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Skin biopsy is not usually necessary for confirming the diagnosis of serum sickness because
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Histopathological findings in serum sickness are nonspecific, so diagnosis is typically based on clinical presentation and complement studies.
Question 2 of 5
Pervasive developmental disorders, also known as autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), consist of five disorders. The hallmark of these disorders is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Impaired communication and social interaction are core features of ASDs, distinguishing them from other developmental disorders.
Question 3 of 5
Of the following, the agent that does not share an identical side chain with penicillin is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ceftazidime does not share an identical side chain with penicillins, making it a safer option in penicillin-allergic patients.
Question 4 of 5
Sudden onset of hypotension in a very low birthweight (VLBW) infant suggests
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bacterial sepsis is a common cause of sudden hypotension in VLBW infants due to systemic infection and inflammatory response. The other conditions can cause hypotension but are less likely to present suddenly.
Question 5 of 5
A search to determine the cause of jaundice should be made in all the following conditions EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Jaundice with a bilirubin level >12 mg/dL in a full-term infant is common and may not require investigation unless other risk factors are present. The other conditions warrant further investigation.