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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Spirometry is a helpful objective measure of airflow limitation; it depends on the patient's ability to properly perform a full, forceful, and prolonged expiratory maneuver. Spirometry is usually feasible in children
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spirometry is typically feasible in children aged 6 years and older, as younger children may struggle to perform the required expiratory maneuvers accurately.
Question 2 of 5
A high index of suspicion of which of the following conditions is to be undertaken in a patient with atopic dermatitis and failure to thrive
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome is associated with eczema thrombocytopenia and immune dysfunction.
Question 3 of 5
Systemic corticosteroids are rarely indicated in the treatment of atopic dermatitis because
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rebound flare-ups often occur after stopping systemic corticosteroids.
Question 4 of 5
Sting sites rarely become infected possibly owing to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Venom from certain insects contains antimicrobial peptides that reduce the risk of infection at sting sites by inhibiting bacterial growth.
Question 5 of 5
Conjunctivitis medicamentosa is a consequence of chronic use of
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decongestants, when used long-term, cause rebound conjunctivitis (medicamentosa) due to dependency and irritation.