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chapter 26 Flashcards

1
Q

An apical pulse is taken over which of the following sites?

A

Fifth intercostal space on the left side

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2
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What is the soft spot lying between the bones of the skull in a newborn and infant called?

A

Frontal lobe

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3
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Most childhood immunizations are administered within what time period?

A

The first 24 months of life

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4
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The measurement of chest circumference is important to determine what?

A

Growth of the thymus

Calcification of rib cartilage

Underdevelopment of the infant’s heart and lungs

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5
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A/An________________ is a surgical incision into the tympanic membrane as part of the treatment of otitis media.

A

tympanostomy

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6
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The branch of medicine that cares for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents is known as

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pediatrics

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7
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An infestation with head lice is known as ___________ capitis

A

pediculosis

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8
Q

Which statement is accurate regarding child abuse?

A

The physician is required by law to report signs of child abuse to a child protective agency

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9
Q

The kindergarten chart is used to test _________ in young children.

A

visual acuity

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10
Q

Inflammation of the middle ear is known as ________ media.

A

otitis

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11
Q

The respiratory disorder that is characterized by wheezing is known as

A

asthma

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12
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What is a common illness during childhood, that presents with a bark-like cough.

A

croup

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13
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A condition marked by an excessive accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid within the skull that may result in enlargement of the cranium and atrophy of the brain is known as ____________.

A

hydocephalus

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14
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What is the preferred site for injections for a child younger than 2 years old?

A

vastus lateralis

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15
Q

Length and weight are plotted on which document?

A

growth chart

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16
Q

Which of the following is the name of the vaccine given for polio?

A

IPV

17
Q

Which of the following is often omitted in the pediatric examination?

A

blood pressure

18
Q

Which of the following is a primary component of well baby visits?

A

Immunizations

19
Q

Which of the following pulse sites is preferred when taking a pulse on small children?

A

Apical

20
Q

Which of the following is the main purpose of using growth charts?

A

To check a child’s growth and screen for growth abnormalities

21
Q

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate procedure when weighing the infant?

A

Leave the infant’s diaper on

22
Q

Which of the following is the name of the vaccine given for chickenpox?

A

Varicella

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