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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is the most common clinical feature at presentation in acute rheumatic fever (ARF)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Migratory polyarthritis is the most common initial presentation of ARF, occurring in 75% of cases.
Question 2 of 5
False positive tuberculin test may be present in:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exposure to non-TB mycobacteria can cause cross-reactivity, leading to a false-positive tuberculin skin test.
Question 3 of 5
Essential actions for reducing exposure to dust mites include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Removing carpets reduces dust mite exposure significantly as they thrive in fabric surfaces.
Question 4 of 5
The best therapeutic approach for a 4-year-old boy suspected of having transient synovitis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Observation is appropriate if transient synovitis is suspected without signs of infection.
Question 5 of 5
The most common infecting agent associated with the development of transient aplastic crisis in children with chronic hemolytic anemia is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Parvovirus B19 infects erythroid progenitor cells, halting red cell production. In chronic hemolytic anemia (e.g., sickle cell disease, hereditary spherocytosis), this leads to transient aplastic crisis with severe anemia.