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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 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 2 of 5
In addition to pertussis vaccination, which vaccine given to pregnant women reduces infant disease up to 3 months of age?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maternal influenza vaccination provides passive immunity to the newborn, reducing the risk of severe illness in early infancy.
Question 3 of 5
A neonate has a scaphoid abdomen and severe respiratory distress at birth. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) occurs when abdominal organs herniate into the chest, compressing the lungs. The scaphoid abdomen and respiratory distress are key signs. Intubation and surgical repair are required.
Question 4 of 5
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) can be diagnosed on prenatal ultrasonography (between 16 and 24 wk of gestation) in > 50% of cases. Findings on ultrasonography may include the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oligohydramnios is not typically associated with CDH. The other findings are common on prenatal ultrasound in CDH cases.
Question 5 of 5
A 32-week gestational age male neonate is born to a 30-year-old mother due to abruptio placentae. The baby has been developed intracranial hemorrhage in the first few hours after birth. The mother has a history of using multiple drugs and substances during her pregnancy. Of the following, the MOST likely offending substance
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cocaine use during pregnancy is strongly associated with complications such as abruptio placentae and intracranial hemorrhage in newborns.