NUR203
Pediatrics
LATEST MIDTERM EXAM
REVIEW
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, 1. In managing pediatric asthma, which medication is typically
considered first-line for long-term control?
a. Albuterol
b. Montelukast
c. Inhaled corticosteroids
d. Theophylline
Answer: c. Inhaled corticosteroids
Rationale: Inhaled corticosteroids are considered the
cornerstone of long-term asthma control in children due to their
ability to reduce airway inflammation.
2. Which of the following signs is the most specific indicator of
dehydration in infants?
a. Tachycardia
b. Sunken fontanelle
c. Dry mouth
d. Decreased urine output
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, Answer: b. Sunken fontanelle
Rationale: A sunken fontanelle is a specific sign of dehydration
in infants as it indicates a significant loss of fluid affecting the
infant's body.
3. In the context of pediatric diabetes management, which of the
following hemoglobin A1C levels is most consistent with a
diagnosis of diabetes?
a. Less than 5.7%
b. 5.7% to 6.4%
c. 6.5% or higher
d. 7.0% or higher
Answer: c. 6.5% or higher
Rationale: According to the American Diabetes Association, an
A1C level of 6.5% or higher on two separate occasions indicates
diabetes.
4. Which congenital heart defect is characterized by a machine-
like murmur?
©Fortis 2024/2025
Pediatrics
LATEST MIDTERM EXAM
REVIEW
©Fortis 2024/2025
, 1. In managing pediatric asthma, which medication is typically
considered first-line for long-term control?
a. Albuterol
b. Montelukast
c. Inhaled corticosteroids
d. Theophylline
Answer: c. Inhaled corticosteroids
Rationale: Inhaled corticosteroids are considered the
cornerstone of long-term asthma control in children due to their
ability to reduce airway inflammation.
2. Which of the following signs is the most specific indicator of
dehydration in infants?
a. Tachycardia
b. Sunken fontanelle
c. Dry mouth
d. Decreased urine output
©Fortis 2024/2025
, Answer: b. Sunken fontanelle
Rationale: A sunken fontanelle is a specific sign of dehydration
in infants as it indicates a significant loss of fluid affecting the
infant's body.
3. In the context of pediatric diabetes management, which of the
following hemoglobin A1C levels is most consistent with a
diagnosis of diabetes?
a. Less than 5.7%
b. 5.7% to 6.4%
c. 6.5% or higher
d. 7.0% or higher
Answer: c. 6.5% or higher
Rationale: According to the American Diabetes Association, an
A1C level of 6.5% or higher on two separate occasions indicates
diabetes.
4. Which congenital heart defect is characterized by a machine-
like murmur?
©Fortis 2024/2025
