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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
The dose of adrenaline IV for cardiac arrest is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The recommended dose of IV epinephrine in pediatric cardiac arrest is 10 micrograms/kg every 3-5 minutes to improve circulation and oxygenation.
Question 2 of 5
The HEADSS adolescent psychosocial risk assessment is used to engage young people. What does the 'A' stand for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: HEADSS stands for Home, Education/Employment, Activities, Drugs, Sexuality, and Suicide/Depression. 'A' stands for Activities.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
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 5 of 5
Which intervention is most effective in preventing bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) in preterm infants?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Early extubation and the use of non-invasive ventilation (e.g., CPAP) reduce lung injury and inflammation, lowering the risk of BPD. Prolonged mechanical ventilation increases lung damage due to barotrauma and volutrauma.