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NCLEX Questions Pediatric Infectious Diseases Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which is true concerning antiviral treatment of varicella-zoster virus infections?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acyclovir significantly reduces zoster severity in immunocompromised patients.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
Which is true about eastern equine encephalitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eastern equine encephalitis has a high mortality and morbidity rate.
Question 4 of 5
Which is not a feature of prion proteins?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prions are resistant to most chemical and physical treatments.
Question 5 of 5
Which infants born to HIV-infected mothers should receive prophylaxis for Pneumocystis carinii?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All infants born to HIV-positive mothers should receive prophylaxis until HIV is ruled out.