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Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is an indication for intubation in a neonate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Intubation is indicated in neonates when there is inadequate oxygenation despite supplemental oxygen, as it may be necessary to provide more effective ventilation and support for gas exchange.
Question 2 of 5
Peak incidence of acute bronchiolitis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acute bronchiolitis, often caused by RSV, peaks in infants aged 2-6 months due to immature airways.
Question 3 of 5
Pupillary responses and AVPU are alternatives to what test during a trauma code?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pupillary responses and AVPU (Alert, Voice, Pain, Unresponsive) are quick assessments used as alternatives to the Glasgow Coma Score in trauma situations.
Question 4 of 5
A 6-year-old boy with hereditary spherocytosis developed transient aplastic crisis following a recent viral infection. The most probable incriminated viral infection is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Parvovirus B19 infects erythroid progenitor cells, temporarily halting erythropoiesis. In hereditary spherocytosis, this leads to severe anemia, as the lifespan of spherocytes is already reduced.
Question 5 of 5
A normal platelet count with prolonged bleeding time is seen in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Von Willebrand disease leads to prolonged bleeding time due to defective platelet adhesion despite a normal platelet count.