Question 1

One of the most serious health problems associated with cystic fibrosis is the formation of thick mucus in the bronchioles, which may lead to pulmonary obstruction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Infants with diarrhea should be weighed with the diaper on to prevent transmission of potentially infectious material.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which human characteristic is not measured by the Denver II Developmental Screening Test?

Accepted Answer

A) Socialization 
B) Verbal ability 
C) Intelligence 
D) Muscular control 
A) Socialization 
B) Verbal ability 
C) Intelligence 
D) Muscular control

Question 4

Duchenne's muscular dystrophy is an inherited disorder passed from father to son.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A buildup of fluid in the middle ear is called __________ otitis media.

Accepted Answer

serous
A buildup of

Question 6

A VIS form should be given to the parents immediately after their child has been immunized to answer any questions they might have about the possible side effects of the vaccine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Colic can be a long-term GI disorder that persists through the toddler years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

__________ is a viral inflammation of the larynx and the trachea just beneath it that causes edema and spasm of the vocal cords.

Accepted Answer

Croup
Croup is a viral inflamm

Question 9

Robert Payne, a 9-year-old patient, is being seen today for an acute asthma attack.His mother wants to know what she can do to prevent these episodes.Summarize for her a minimum of four triggers that might cause Robert's asthmatic reaction.

Accepted Answer

Answers may include the following:
• Res

Question 10

Piaget's sensorimotor stage is the stage in which children use logical thinking to start considering people other than themselves.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Treatment recommendations for children with otitis media include:

Accepted Answer

A) the prescription of antibiotics should be delayed for 48 to 72 hours 
B) children 6 to 24 months old who show no improvement in symptoms within 48 hours should be prescribed antibiotics 
C) antibiotics should be ordered for 10 to15 days to make sure the infection has cleared 
D) myringotomies should be performed routinely for children with allergy-related otitis media 
A) the prescription of antibiotics should be delayed for 48 to 72 hours 
B) children 6 to 24 months old who show no improvement in symptoms within 48 hours should be prescribed antibiotics 
C) antibiotics should be ordered for 10 to15 days to make sure the infection has cleared 
D) myringotomies should be performed routinely for children with allergy-related otitis media

Question 12

Children with croup should be prescribed antibiotics to prevent the spread of the infection.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A middle ear infection is called:

Accepted Answer

A) otitis media 
B) otitis externa 
C) otalgia 
D) meningitis 
A) otitis media 
B) otitis externa 
C) otalgia 
D) meningitis

Question 14

If diarrhea continues for longer than 4 days, medical intervention is needed to prevent serious complications.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Tetanus is part of which immunization?

Accepted Answer

A) HBV 
B) Hib 
C) DPT 
D) MMR 
A) HBV 
B) Hib 
C) DPT 
D) MMR

Question 16

Cystic fibrosis is diagnosed with a sweat test, which reveals:

Accepted Answer

A) a genetic defect in the skin structure 
B) a lack of sodium chloride in the sweat 
C) an elevated chlorine level 
D) deposits of potassium in the lungs 
A) a genetic defect in the skin structure 
B) a lack of sodium chloride in the sweat 
C) an elevated chlorine level 
D) deposits of potassium in the lungs

Question 17

A child with a serious respiratory reaction to disease may make a shrill, harsh sound during inhalation with difficulty breathing; this is called __________.

Accepted Answer

stridor
A child with a serious

Question 18

Which organization should you contact to obtain a current schedule of recommended immunizations?

Accepted Answer

A) American Medical Association 
B) Occupational Safety and Health Administration 
C) American Academy of Pediatrics 
D) Individual vaccine manufacturers 
A) American Medical Association 
B) Occupational Safety and Health Administration 
C) American Academy of Pediatrics 
D) Individual vaccine manufacturers

Question 19

Which statement is/are true about children with bronchiolitis?

Accepted Answer

A) Parental cigarette smoking may contribute to the problem. 
B) Antibiotics should be prescribed immediately to prevent the development of pneumonia. 
C) The symptoms are similar to asthma. 
D) It is associated with frequent episodes of otitis media. 
E) Both A and C are true. 
A) Parental cigarette smoking may contribute to the problem. 
B) Antibiotics should be prescribed immediately to prevent the development of pneumonia. 
C) The symptoms are similar to asthma. 
D) It is associated with frequent episodes of otitis media. 
E) Both A and C are true.

Question 20

Myringotomy may be required when a child suffers from chronic:

Accepted Answer

A) colic 
B) otitis media 
C) asthma 
D) croup 
A) colic 
B) otitis media 
C) asthma 
D) croup

Exam 42: Assisting in Pediatrics

One of the most serious health problems associated with cystic fibrosis is the formation of thick mucus in the bronchioles, which may lead to pulmonary obstruction.

Infants with diarrhea should be weighed with the diaper on to prevent transmission of potentially infectious material.

Which human characteristic is not measured by the Denver II Developmental Screening Test?

Duchenne's muscular dystrophy is an inherited disorder passed from father to son.

A buildup of fluid in the middle ear is called __________ otitis media.

A VIS form should be given to the parents immediately after their child has been immunized to answer any questions they might have about the possible side effects of the vaccine.

Colic can be a long-term GI disorder that persists through the toddler years.

__________ is a viral inflammation of the larynx and the trachea just beneath it that causes edema and spasm of the vocal cords.

Robert Payne, a 9-year-old patient, is being seen today for an acute asthma attack.His mother wants to know what she can do to prevent these episodes.Summarize for her a minimum of four triggers that might cause Robert's asthmatic reaction.

Piaget's sensorimotor stage is the stage in which children use logical thinking to start considering people other than themselves.

Treatment recommendations for children with otitis media include:

Children with croup should be prescribed antibiotics to prevent the spread of the infection.

A middle ear infection is called:

If diarrhea continues for longer than 4 days, medical intervention is needed to prevent serious complications.

Tetanus is part of which immunization?

Cystic fibrosis is diagnosed with a sweat test, which reveals:

A child with a serious respiratory reaction to disease may make a shrill, harsh sound during inhalation with difficulty breathing; this is called __________.

Which organization should you contact to obtain a current schedule of recommended immunizations?

Which statement is/are true about children with bronchiolitis?

Myringotomy may be required when a child suffers from chronic:

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