Steeple sign is characteristic for:

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Steeple sign is characteristic for:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The steeple sign, seen on X-ray, is a hallmark of viral croup, indicating subglottic airway narrowing.

Question 2 of 5

Children with typical features of innocent murmurs should be subjected to the following measures:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Innocent murmurs are benign and require no restriction of activity, antibiotic prophylaxis, or serial echocardiography unless symptoms suggest structural heart disease.

Question 3 of 5

The most appropriate treatment for newly diagnosed bronchial asthma with occasional symptoms:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Low-dose inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are the preferred long-term control medication for mild persistent asthma. They reduce airway inflammation and prevent symptoms, whereas short-acting beta-agonists (SABA) are used for quick relief.

Question 4 of 5

What is the primary mechanism of action of methotrexate in rheumatoid arthritis?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Methotrexate primarily works by suppressing the immune system, reducing inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis.

Question 5 of 5

Pupillary responses and AVPU are alternatives to what test during a trauma code?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Pupillary responses and AVPU (Alert, Voice, Pain, Unresponsive) are quick assessments used as alternatives to the Glasgow Coma Score in trauma situations.

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