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Pediatric NCLEX Practice Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is true regarding spontaneous bacterial peritonitis
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is diagnosed when ascitic fluid PMN count is ≥250 cells/mm³ and glucose <30 mg/dL indicates poor prognosis.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The following definitions are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Disruption sequences involve external forces altering normal tissue development, but they are not limited to uterine forces. They can also result from environmental factors or trauma.
Question 4 of 5
The dose of adrenaline IV for cardiac arrest is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The recommended dose of IV epinephrine in pediatric cardiac arrest is 10 micrograms/kg every 3-5 minutes to improve circulation and oxygenation.
Question 5 of 5
The most common congenital cyanotic heart disease in newborn is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: d-Transposition of the great arteries (d-TGA) is the most common cyanotic congenital heart disease in newborns, causing severe hypoxia due to abnormal circulation.