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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Smoking during pregnancy is associated with an average decrease in fetal weight by
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maternal smoking can reduce fetal weight by up to 500 grams due to restricted oxygen and nutrient supply.
Question 2 of 5
Which one of the following is the most common cause of shock among Egyptian children?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diarrhea is a leading cause of shock in children due to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances, leading to hypovolemic shock. In resource-limited settings, diarrheal diseases remain a major cause of pediatric mortality.
Question 3 of 5
To avoid false-negative skin test results in atopic hosts, most sedating antihistamines should be withheld for 3-4 days, and non-sedating antihistamines for 5-7 days while montelukast should be withheld for
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Montelukast should be withheld for at least 5 days before allergy testing to avoid interference with results, ensuring accurate identification of allergic sensitivities.
Question 4 of 5
The ideal rate of chest compression during cardiopulmonary resuscitation in infants is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The recommended chest compression rate for infants during CPR is at least 100 per minute to ensure adequate perfusion and circulation during resuscitation.
Question 5 of 5
Hemophilia A is characterized by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hemophilia A is a clotting disorder due to Factor VIII deficiency, leading to prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) while PT, BT, and TT remain normal.