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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 9
Sudden collapse in the presence of cutaneous symptoms in a previously healthy child should raise suspicion of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anaphylaxis should be suspected in sudden collapse with cutaneous signs, especially after allergen exposure.
Question 2 of 9
Intranasal corticosteroids are less helpful for symptoms of
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Intranasal corticosteroids have limited efficacy in treating conjunctival injection (eye redness) compared to oral antihistamines.
Question 3 of 9
The following signs are more in favour of a circulatory failure Except:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Marked tachypnea with recessions is a respiratory rather than a circulatory failure sign, which includes weak pulses and cyanosis.
Question 4 of 9
One of the following can cause unilateral dilated fixed pupil
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tentorial herniation compresses the oculomotor nerve, leading to a fixed, dilated pupil. This occurs due to increased intracranial pressure, which causes brain herniation, affecting the parasympathetic fibers controlling pupil constriction.
Question 5 of 9
You are discussing with the medical students the role of systemic steroids for the management of rheumatologic diseases. Your discussion should include all the following statements EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Steroids do not prevent joint destruction; they only reduce inflammation temporarily.
Question 6 of 9
Which of the following is a cause of tender hepatomegaly
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Right-sided heart failure leads to hepatic congestion and tender hepatomegaly due to increased central venous pressure.
Question 7 of 9
Which is true of antihistamines?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The choice of antihistamines should consider side effects and cost, as effectiveness varies among individuals.
Question 8 of 9
Adrenal production of androgen with development of underarm odor and faint genital hair (adrenarche) may occur as early as
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adrenarche typically begins around age 8, characterized by increased adrenal androgen production leading to body odor and pubic hair growth.
Question 9 of 9
Sleep dysregulation is commonly seen in autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) that can be treated by some medications. Of the following, the first medication for sleep dysregulation is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Melatonin is the first-line treatment for sleep dysregulation in ASDs, as it regulates the sleep-wake cycle naturally.