The following are featurof Aicardi syndrome EXCEPT

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The following are featurof Aicardi syndrome EXCEPT

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Aicardi syndrome, an X-linked disorder, featurcoloboma , retinal lacunae , corpus callosum agenesis , and severe seizur. Aminoaciduria is not associated; metabolic errors are absent. This neurologic-ocular focus makes D the exception and correct answer.

Question 2 of 5

The following are indications for neuroimaging in a child with a headache EXCEPT

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Neuroimaging is indicated for abnormal exams , morning headach, cough headach, and no migraine family history , signaling pathology. Frontal headache is common in migraines/tension, not a red flag alone. Specificity of signs makes D the exception and correct answer.

Question 3 of 5

The MOST common acquired cause of chorea in childhood is

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Sydenham chorea , post-streptococcal (rheumatic fever), is the most common acquired childhood chorea, per incidence data. Huntington is genetic, rare in kids; paraneoplastic and hereditary are uncommon; chorea gravidarum affects pregnancy. Sydenhams prevalence makes D the correct answer.

Question 4 of 5

Presenting symptoms in pediatric multiple sclerosis (MS) include the following EXCEPT

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Pediatric MS presents with hemiparesis , optic neuritis , ataxia , and dysarthria from demyelination. Encephalopathy is rare, suggesting infection or ADEM, not MS. This clinical pattern makes D the exception and correct answer.

Question 5 of 5

Small vessel childhood primary angiitis of the CNS (SVcPACNS) is usually presented with

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: SVcPACNS presents with cognitive dysfunction , per studies, from diffuse small vessel inflammation. Stroke , seizur, personality chang, and social loss are less typical. Cognitive impact makes C the correct answer.

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