Question 1

Which of the following is not a guideline to help keep infants and toddlers safe?

Accepted Answer

A)   Never leave a child unattended in a car
B)   Allow only plush toys in the infant's crib
C)   Keep all cords on window blinds and lamps out of reach
D)   Use correctly installed gates across stairs
E)   Keep emergency phone numbers close to the phoneF) None of the above
G) All of the above

Question 2

In children, the _______ virus causes cold sore blisters on or near the mouth.

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Question 3

Which of the following can help relieve discomfort due to infectious conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

A)   Applying an ice cube to the eye
B)   Using a medicated shampoo
C)   Applying a topical antifungal medication
D)   Applying warm compresses to the eye
E)   Using an eye ointment to relieve itchingF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 4

Which of the following actions can you take to help relieve a child's fear in the doctor's office?

Accepted Answer

A)   Ask the parent to firmly restrain the child
B)   Explain the procedure using medical terminology
C)   Allow the child to examine some of the blunt instruments
D)   Ignore the child's crying
E)   Talk to the parent instead of the childF) B) and C)
G) A) and E) C

Question 5

Infants that develop neonatal ________ have skin that is a yellowish color.

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Question 6

Charla is a three-year-old whose mother has brought her to the pediatrician's office because she has had a low-grade fever for three days. The physician has asked you to take all of her vital signs, including blood pressure. Charla is scared; she is whimpering and clinging tightly to her mother. Which of the following actions should you take?

Accepted Answer

A)   Tell Charla there is nothing to be afraid of
B)   Ask Charla's mother to tell her not to be afraid
C)   Check Charla's temperature first because it is the most important measurement
D)   Take Charla's blood pressure before getting her other vital signs
E)   Use an oral thermometer to avoid scaring Charla furtherF) A) and E)
G) D) and E) D

Question 7

At what ages should toddlers have well-child exams?

Accepted Answer

A)   14, 16, 18, 20, 24, and 28 months
B)   24 months and 36 months
C)   18, 24, and 36 months
D)   14, 20, and 30 months
E)   15, 18, 24, and 30 monthsF) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 8

The specialty area of medicine that involves the care of children up to the age of 18, or in some cases 21, is _______.

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Question 9

Complications of _______ include progression to rheumatic fever, with arthritis, nephritis, and inflammation of the endocardium.

Accepted Answer

streptococcal sore throatstrep throat

Question 10

Public health authorities recommend a(n) ________ schedule for children to be vaccinated against various diseases.

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

An eating disorder in which patients basically starve themselves by not eating is _______.

Accepted Answer

anorexiaan...

Question 12

Which of the following physical changes occur to both males and females during puberty?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hips widen
B)   Body hair grows
C)   External genitalia grow
D)   Shoulders broaden
E)   Shape becomes more roundedF) B) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 13

About how much does a full-term infant usually weigh at birth?

Accepted Answer

A)   3 to 5 pounds
B)   4 to 6 pounds
C)   5 to 7 pounds
D)   7 to 9 pounds
E)   12 to 14 poundsF) A) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 14

The best site for obtaining a blood specimen from an infant is the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   brachiocephalic vein
B)   jugular vein
C)   forehead
D)   heel
E)   basilic veinF) A) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 15

Which of the following conditions is commonly misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and over-diagnosed in children?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cerebral palsy
B)   Down syndrome
C)   Respiratory syncytial virus
D)   Viral gastroenteritis
E)   Attention deficit hyperactivity disorderF) A) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 16

A viral infection that can lead to chronic liver infection and can be carried by a child for years before liver failure or liver cancer develops is _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A viral infection that can lead to...

Question 17

Which of the following would you not recommend to reduce the risk of SIDS?

Accepted Answer

A)   Do not drink, smoke, or take drugs when pregnant
B)   Use a firm crib mattress and keep toys, pillows, and bumper pads out of the crib
C)   Put the infant to sleep on his stomach
D)   Breast-feed whenever possible
E)   Do not let the baby sleep in an adult bedF) B) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 18

By what age can most toddlers walk independently?

Accepted Answer

A)   1 month
B)   6 months
C)   1 year
D)   15 months
E)   2 yearsF) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 19

Which of the following is a highly contagious disease that is often seen in the winter and spring as outbreaks of pneumonia, bronchiolitis, and tracheobronchitis?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hepatitis B
B)   SIDS
C)   RSV
D)   JRA
E)   HIVF) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 20

Which of the following is not a warning sign of potential violence?

Accepted Answer

A)   Gang membership
B)   Withdrawal from friends and activities
C)   Frequent physical fighting
D)   Feeling constantly disrespected
E)   Decrease in risk-taking behaviorF) C) and E)
G) A) and D)

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In children, the _______ virus causes cold sore blisters on or near the mouth.

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Which of the following can help relieve discomfort due to infectious conjunctivitis?

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Which of the following actions can you take to help relieve a child's fear in the doctor's office?

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The specialty area of medicine that involves the care of children up to the age of 18, or in some cases 21, is _______.

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Complications of _______ include progression to rheumatic fever, with arthritis, nephritis, and inflammation of the endocardium.

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Public health authorities recommend a(n) ________ schedule for children to be vaccinated against various diseases.

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An eating disorder in which patients basically starve themselves by not eating is _______.

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A viral infection that can lead to chronic liver infection and can be carried by a child for years before liver failure or liver cancer develops is _______.

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Which of the following is a highly contagious disease that is often seen in the winter and spring as outbreaks of pneumonia, bronchiolitis, and tracheobronchitis?

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The specialty area of medicine that involves the care of children up to the age of 18, or in some cases 21, is _______.

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Complications of _______ include progression to rheumatic fever, with arthritis, nephritis, and inflammation of the endocardium.

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Public health authorities recommend a(n) ________ schedule for children to be vaccinated against various diseases.

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An eating disorder in which patients basically starve themselves by not eating is _______.

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Which of the following physical changes occur to both males and females during puberty?

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About how much does a full-term infant usually weigh at birth?

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The best site for obtaining a blood specimen from an infant is the ____.

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Which of the following conditions is commonly misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and over-diagnosed in children?

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A viral infection that can lead to chronic liver infection and can be carried by a child for years before liver failure or liver cancer develops is _______.

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Which of the following would you not recommend to reduce the risk of SIDS?

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