NR.120.521
Child Health
FINAL EXAM READINESS GUIDE
Q&S
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common sign
of dehydration in children?
A) Increased urination
B) Dry mucous membranes
C) Bradycardia
D) Hypertension
Correct Answer: B) Dry mucous membranes
Rationale: Dehydration often presents with dry mucous
membranes due to the body's loss of fluids.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: ________ is the recommended first-line
treatment for pediatric asthma exacerbation.
Correct Answer: Inhaled short-acting beta-agonists
Rationale: Inhaled short-acting beta-agonists are effective
for quick relief of asthma symptoms.
3. True/False: The presence of petechiae in a child is
always indicative of a serious underlying condition.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: While petechiae can be a sign of serious
conditions, they can also occur due to minor injuries or viral
infections.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are risk factors for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
(SIDS)?
A) Prone sleeping position
B) Maternal smoking during pregnancy
C) Breastfeeding
D) Overheating
Correct Answers: A) Prone sleeping position, B) Maternal
smoking during pregnancy, D) Overheating
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, Rationale: Prone sleeping, maternal smoking, and
overheating have been identified as risk factors for SIDS,
while breastfeeding has been shown to be protective.
5. Multiple Choice: What is the most common cause of
pneumonia in children aged 5 to 15 years?
A) Streptococcus pneumoniae
B) Mycoplasma pneumoniae
C) Haemophilus influenzae
D) Respiratory syncytial virus
Correct Answer: B) Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Rationale: Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a frequent cause
of pneumonia in school-aged children.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: The most accurate method to determine
the dosage of medication for children is based on their
________.
Correct Answer: Weight
Rationale: Pediatric medication dosages are most
commonly calculated based on the child's weight to ensure
safety and efficacy.
7. True/False: A child with a fever of 38.5°C (101.3°F)
should always be treated with antipyretics.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: Fever is a natural response to infection and not
all fevers require treatment with antipyretics; treatment is
based on the child's comfort and associated symptoms.
8. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following immunizations are recommended at 12 months of
age?
A) MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
©2024/2025
Child Health
FINAL EXAM READINESS GUIDE
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common sign
of dehydration in children?
A) Increased urination
B) Dry mucous membranes
C) Bradycardia
D) Hypertension
Correct Answer: B) Dry mucous membranes
Rationale: Dehydration often presents with dry mucous
membranes due to the body's loss of fluids.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: ________ is the recommended first-line
treatment for pediatric asthma exacerbation.
Correct Answer: Inhaled short-acting beta-agonists
Rationale: Inhaled short-acting beta-agonists are effective
for quick relief of asthma symptoms.
3. True/False: The presence of petechiae in a child is
always indicative of a serious underlying condition.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: While petechiae can be a sign of serious
conditions, they can also occur due to minor injuries or viral
infections.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are risk factors for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
(SIDS)?
A) Prone sleeping position
B) Maternal smoking during pregnancy
C) Breastfeeding
D) Overheating
Correct Answers: A) Prone sleeping position, B) Maternal
smoking during pregnancy, D) Overheating
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, Rationale: Prone sleeping, maternal smoking, and
overheating have been identified as risk factors for SIDS,
while breastfeeding has been shown to be protective.
5. Multiple Choice: What is the most common cause of
pneumonia in children aged 5 to 15 years?
A) Streptococcus pneumoniae
B) Mycoplasma pneumoniae
C) Haemophilus influenzae
D) Respiratory syncytial virus
Correct Answer: B) Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Rationale: Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a frequent cause
of pneumonia in school-aged children.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: The most accurate method to determine
the dosage of medication for children is based on their
________.
Correct Answer: Weight
Rationale: Pediatric medication dosages are most
commonly calculated based on the child's weight to ensure
safety and efficacy.
7. True/False: A child with a fever of 38.5°C (101.3°F)
should always be treated with antipyretics.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: Fever is a natural response to infection and not
all fevers require treatment with antipyretics; treatment is
based on the child's comfort and associated symptoms.
8. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following immunizations are recommended at 12 months of
age?
A) MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
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