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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
The minimum required duration for diagnosis of chronic hepatitis in a child with persistent elevation of transaminases is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chronic hepatitis is defined as persistent inflammation of the liver lasting 6 months or more, confirmed by elevated transaminases and histological findings.
Question 2 of 5
Obsessive compulsive disorder may be associated with all of the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased metabolic activity in the corpus callosum is not a hallmark feature of OCD; other listed factors, including streptococcal infections (PANDAS), are relevant.
Question 3 of 5
The most common cause of pleural effusion in children is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bacterial pneumonia is the leading cause of pleural effusion in children. Parapneumonic effusions develop as a complication of pneumonia due to inflammation and exudate accumulation in the pleural space.
Question 4 of 5
What is a key consequence of income inequality?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Income inequality often leads to higher crime rates as individuals in lower-income brackets may resort to illegal activities due to lack of resources.
Question 5 of 5
Early ultrasonographic signs of hydrops include
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The double-bowel wall sign is an early ultrasonographic sign of hydrops. The other findings are also associated with hydrops but may appear later.