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NCLEX Questions Pediatric Infectious Diseases Questions
Question 1 of 5
What percentages of poliovirus infections are inapparent?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: 90-95% of poliovirus infections are asymptomatic.
Question 2 of 5
Which is not a complication of influenza?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hemolytic-uremic syndrome is not a recognized influenza complication.
Question 3 of 5
Following your request for an $x$-ray of a 2-year-old child, the radiologist calls you to report finding a steeple sign. The most likely etiology is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The steeple sign on x-ray indicates croup, most commonly caused by parainfluenza.
Question 4 of 5
Which is true about eastern equine encephalitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eastern equine encephalitis has a high mortality and morbidity rate.
Question 5 of 5
Which is not a feature of prion proteins?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prions are resistant to most chemical and physical treatments.