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1. Which sign is the earliest indicator of respiratory distress in a child?
A. Nasal flaring
B. Bradycardia
C. Cyanosis
D. Seizures
Answer: A. Nasal flaring
Rationale: Nasal flaring is an early compensatory sign of increased work of
breathing.
2. Which finding indicates severe hypoxia in a child?
A. Cyanosis
B. Mild cough
C. Runny nose
D. Sneezing
Answer: A. Cyanosis
Rationale: Cyanosis indicates late and severe oxygen deprivation.
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3. Which condition is most associated with a barking cough?
A. Croup
B. Asthma
C. Pneumonia
D. Bronchiolitis
Answer: A. Croup
Rationale: Inflammation of the upper airway causes a characteristic
barking cough.
4. Which virus is the most common cause of bronchiolitis?
A. RSV
B. Influenza B
C. HIV
D. Measles
Answer: A. RSV
Rationale: Respiratory syncytial virus is the leading cause in infants.
5. Which assessment finding is most concerning in bronchiolitis?
A. Retractions
B. Mild fever
C. Sneezing
D. Runny nose
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Answer: A. Retractions
Rationale: Retractions indicate increased work of breathing.
6. Which condition is a medical emergency in pediatrics?
A. Epiglottitis
B. Common cold
C. Mild cough
D. Teething
Answer: A. Epiglottitis
Rationale: It can cause sudden airway obstruction.
7. What is a classic sign of epiglottitis?
A. Drooling
B. Sneezing
C. Rash
D. Headache
Answer: A. Drooling
Rationale: Child cannot swallow secretions due to airway swelling.
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8. Which position is best for a child with epiglottitis?
A. Upright sitting
B. Supine
C. Prone
D. Flat
Answer: A. Upright sitting
Rationale: Maintains airway patency and reduces obstruction risk.
9. Which condition is characterized by wheezing?
A. Asthma
B. Appendicitis
C. UTI
D. Meningitis
Answer: A. Asthma
Rationale: Wheezing results from bronchoconstriction.
10. First-line medication for acute asthma exacerbation:
A. Albuterol
B. Furosemide
C. Insulin
D. Heparin
Answer: A. Albuterol
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Pediatric Respiratory Disorders Assessment
Questions And Answers With Verified
Rationales | 2026/27 Qs & Ans | Digital Pdf
Download
1. Which sign is the earliest indicator of respiratory distress in a child?
A. Nasal flaring
B. Bradycardia
C. Cyanosis
D. Seizures
Answer: A. Nasal flaring
Rationale: Nasal flaring is an early compensatory sign of increased work of
breathing.
2. Which finding indicates severe hypoxia in a child?
A. Cyanosis
B. Mild cough
C. Runny nose
D. Sneezing
Answer: A. Cyanosis
Rationale: Cyanosis indicates late and severe oxygen deprivation.
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3. Which condition is most associated with a barking cough?
A. Croup
B. Asthma
C. Pneumonia
D. Bronchiolitis
Answer: A. Croup
Rationale: Inflammation of the upper airway causes a characteristic
barking cough.
4. Which virus is the most common cause of bronchiolitis?
A. RSV
B. Influenza B
C. HIV
D. Measles
Answer: A. RSV
Rationale: Respiratory syncytial virus is the leading cause in infants.
5. Which assessment finding is most concerning in bronchiolitis?
A. Retractions
B. Mild fever
C. Sneezing
D. Runny nose
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Answer: A. Retractions
Rationale: Retractions indicate increased work of breathing.
6. Which condition is a medical emergency in pediatrics?
A. Epiglottitis
B. Common cold
C. Mild cough
D. Teething
Answer: A. Epiglottitis
Rationale: It can cause sudden airway obstruction.
7. What is a classic sign of epiglottitis?
A. Drooling
B. Sneezing
C. Rash
D. Headache
Answer: A. Drooling
Rationale: Child cannot swallow secretions due to airway swelling.
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8. Which position is best for a child with epiglottitis?
A. Upright sitting
B. Supine
C. Prone
D. Flat
Answer: A. Upright sitting
Rationale: Maintains airway patency and reduces obstruction risk.
9. Which condition is characterized by wheezing?
A. Asthma
B. Appendicitis
C. UTI
D. Meningitis
Answer: A. Asthma
Rationale: Wheezing results from bronchoconstriction.
10. First-line medication for acute asthma exacerbation:
A. Albuterol
B. Furosemide
C. Insulin
D. Heparin
Answer: A. Albuterol
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