ATI LPN
Pediatric Immunization NCLEX Questions Ricci Questions
Question 1 of 9
The component of our white blood cells that produces antibodies which attack antigens are:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: B-Lymphocytes (B cells) are the white blood cells responsible for producing antibodies that bind to and neutralize antigens. Upon activation by antigens and helper T cells, B cells differentiate into plasma cells that secrete antibodies. Macrophages (Choice B) engulf pathogens, T-Lymphocytes (Choice C) include helper and cytotoxic types but don’t produce antibodies, and 'Cytotoxics' (Choice D) likely refers to cytotoxic T cells (CD8+), which kill infected cells, not produce antibodies.
Question 2 of 9
Select the correct steps you will follow during personal hygiene inspection. i. Observe the general behavior of the children as they wait for their turn. ii. Instruct pupils to strip themselves behind the screen iii. Welcome parents / guardians and pupils and offer them seats iv. Give a brief education on the inspection
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Welcoming, educating, stripping, and observing is the logical sequence (WHO) for hygiene inspections.
Question 3 of 9
Which of these activities can be performed on client in the home? I. Checking blood pressure II. Medical examination III. Urine testing IV. Wound dressing
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Home nursing includes checking BP, urine testing, and wound dressing (WHO home care). Full medical exams (II) typically require clinical settings, making C correct.
Question 4 of 9
What is the primary purpose of a pediatric growth chart?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Growth charts monitor physical and developmental progress (AAP), a holistic tool.
Question 5 of 9
When a person acquires a level of immunity where body cells are being stimulated to produce the antibodies, he/she is said to have.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Active immunity involves antibody production post-exposure or vaccination (CDC), unlike passive or innate.
Question 6 of 9
In conducting a home visit, a malnourished child; Adisa will require which one of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Protein-dense food addresses malnutrition directly (WHO), unlike monitoring tools or vaccines.
Question 7 of 9
Periodic medical examination for food vendors should be carried out at least.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent exams (e.g., thrice yearly) ensure food safety (WHO), though standards vary; B aligns with document.
Question 8 of 9
The incubation period of Dracunculiasis is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Guinea worm (dracunculiasis) incubates 9-12 months (CDC), from ingestion to worm emergence.
Question 9 of 9
In disease surveillance, a situation where there is reduction in the incidence and prevalence of a disease is.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Control reduces disease incidence/prevalence (WHO), short of elimination (near-zero) or eradication (global zero).