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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which newborn screening test is essential for early detection of congenital hypothyroidism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Congenital hypothyroidism is detected through newborn screening by measuring TSH and T4 levels. Early diagnosis and treatment with levothyroxine prevent intellectual disability and growth failure.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following congenital heart disease is associated with heart failure in newborn:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe coarctation of the aorta leads to left ventricular overload and heart failure in neonates. It presents with weak femoral pulses, differential blood pressure, and signs of poor perfusion.
Question 3 of 5
Nebulized adrenaline is indicated in which of the following conditions:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nebulized adrenaline is commonly used to treat croup by reducing airway swelling and improving breathing.
Question 4 of 5
A head-injured 4-year-old patient opens eyes to painful stimulus, is confused, and withdraws from pain. His Glasgow Coma Score is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: GCS is calculated as Eye Opening (2) + Verbal Response (4) + Motor Response (4) = 10, indicating moderate brain injury.
Question 5 of 5
A newborn female has a ventricular septal defect, cleft lip and palate, and imperforate anus All of the following laboratory tests would be appropriate EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Renal ultrasonography is not directly related to the described congenital anomalies