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Pediatric Nursing Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which medical condition does NOT cause anxiety in a child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: While antihistamines, hypoparathyroidism, and prolonged school absences can cause anxiety, carbonated beverages do not directly lead to anxiety in children.
Question 2 of 5
Generalized edema may be seen in the neonatal period with the following conditions EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Turner syndrome typically presents with lymphedema rather than generalized edema. Hydrops fetalis, congenital nephrosis, and Hurler syndrome are all associated with significant fluid retention and generalized edema.
Question 3 of 5
Which of these antituberculosis agents can cause optic neuritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ethambutol is known to cause dose-dependent optic neuritis, presenting as decreased visual acuity and red-green color blindness.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following burn patterns is suggestive of child abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A scald burn on the side of the face, neck, and shoulder is suggestive of non-accidental injury, often seen in child abuse cases.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a likely cause of metabolic acidosis with a large anion gap?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Salicylate poisoning leads to metabolic acidosis with a high anion gap due to the accumulation of organic acids, including lactate and ketoacids. It initially causes respiratory alkalosis, followed by metabolic acidosis.