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Pediatric Immunity NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The physical manifestations of fetal alcohol syndrome include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) features microcephaly (small head), short philtrum (flattened upper lip area), and prenatal growth retardation due to alcohol’s teratogenic effects. Option A (cleft lip/palate) is unrelated. Option B includes hypotonia (possible) but not hepatomegaly or microphthalmia as hallmarks. Option C’s symptoms are nonspecific.
Question 2 of 5
Which initial question directed to the parent assists the pediatric nurse in obtaining a patient’s health history?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ‘What brings you here today?’ is open-ended, eliciting the chief complaint and context for a comprehensive history. Options A and B are specific follow-ups. Option D is direct but less broad.
Question 3 of 5
According to Piaget’s theories of cognitive development, a 29-month-old boy who crawls under the couch to retrieve a ball demonstrates:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Object permanence (sensorimotor stage, 0–2 years) is understanding objects exist when out of sight, shown by retrieving the ball. Basic trust (B) is Erikson’s. Object constancy (C) is unrelated. Sensorimotor (D) is the stage, not the behavior.
Question 4 of 5
A 9-year-old is admitted with suspected rheumatic fever. Which finding is suggested of polymigratory arthritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Polymigratory arthritis in rheumatic fever involves painful swelling, inflammation, and effusion in multiple joints, shifting over time. Option A is chorea. Option B is painless (incorrect). Option C is erythema marginatum.
Question 5 of 5
Treatment of sickle cell anemia is aimed at maintaining blood flow to the smaller vessels and diminishing the amount of excess blood cells being made by the bone marrow.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sickle cell treatment focuses on hydration and oxygenation to maintain blood flow and prevent vaso-occlusion. Hydroxyurea reduces excess sickle cell production by the marrow, supporting Option A as true.