(JHU) NR.120.521(JHU) NR.120.521 Child Health - Final Exam Readiness Guide 2024(JHU) NR.120.521 Child Health - Final Exam Readiness Guide 2024(JHU) NR.120.521 Child Health - Final Exam Readiness Guide 2024Child Health - Final Exam Readiness Guide 2024
,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.
, 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.
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