ill-child-exam 2

Question 1

Strepto`coccus bacteria

Answer 1

APSGN can be associated with a past infection of

Acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN)

Question 2

Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus (GABHS)

Answer 2

Rheumatic fever is associated with this type of infection

Question 3

High fever,
irritability,
bright red, chapped lips, strawberry tongue
are indicative of which acquired heart disease?

Answer 3

Kawa`saki disease

Question 4

Clumping of irregularly-shaped red blood cells that clog up small blood vessels is indicative of this type of anemia:

Answer 4

Sickle cell anemia

Question 5

Sebor`rheic dermatitis is contagious. True or False?

Answer 5

False, it is overactivity of the sebaceous glands. It is treated with baby oil in infants, and the scales are shampooed away the next morning.

Question 6

This fabric is recommended in infants with eczema

Answer 6

Cotton. Avoid wool fabrics.

Question 7

A treatment for ketonuria (increased urinary ketones) in a child who is neurologically intact

Answer 7

Increase hydration

Question 8

A communicable disease characterized by itchy macules, papules, and vesicles

Answer 8

Varicella

Question 9

The urethral meatus is on the ventral side of the penis; this is termed:

Answer 9

Hypo`spadias

Question 10

This is a worrisome finding in someone with appendicitis

Answer 10

Abdominal pain that is relieved

Question 11

Koplik spots (white spots on inner cheeks) are associated with which communicable disease?

Answer 11

Rubeola (Measles)

Question 12

Contraindications to receiving a live vaccine include:

Answer 12

Immunocompromised state, pregnancy,
bacteremia or meningitis, immunocompromised caregiver in the home,
corticosteroid therapy,
hx of high fever or other reaction after previous immunization

Question 13

A child with a yeast and/or neomycin allergy should avoid these immunizations

Answer 13

Hepatitis B and/or Hepatitis A/Hepatitis B combo vaccine

Question 14

Altered level of consciousness (LOC), hyperglycemia, and fruity breath are associated with this common endocrine disorder

Answer 14

Diabetic keto`acidosis, mostly associated with Type I diabetes mellitus

Question 15

Impetigo is caused by _____ and is extremely contagious

Answer 15

Streptococcal or staphylo`coccus bacteria

Question 16

Varicella, Tuberculosis, and Measles require which type of isolation precaution?

Answer 16

airborn

Question 17

Pediculosis capitis is the Latin term for what infestation?

Answer 17

head lice

Question 18

This is one complication of infectious mononucle`osis

Answer 18

Spleno`megaly

Question 19

Steroid creams for eczema should be applied (thin layer or thick layer)

Answer 19

Thin layer with a gloved hand in one direction.

Question 20

Migratory joint pain, erythema marginatum rash, & carditis are some symptoms found in this cardiac disorder (Hint: use JONES and PEACE mnemonic)

Answer 20

Rheumatic fever

Question 21

Decreased urinary output, periorbital edema worse in the AM, positive ASO titer, and red-brown tea-colored urine are some of the s/sx of which GU disorder?

Answer 21

Acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis

Question 22

Massive proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, and edema are clinical manifestations of which GU disorder?

Answer 22

Nephrotic syndrome

Question 23

These 4 foods are to be avoided in a child with Celiac disease

Answer 23

Wheat, barley, oats, rye

Question 24

This condition is noted by polyhydramnios (excess amniotic fluid) in utero and choking during feeds

Answer 24

Tracheoesophageal fistula

Question 25

This is a cause of anal itching and can be diagnosed by the “Scotch tape” test

Answer 25

Pinworms

Question 26

Which data assessment should be omitted in the evaluation of a patient with Wilms’ tumor?

Answer 26

Palpation of abdomen

Question 27

Hirschsprung’s disease is the result of an absence of _____ in the colon

Answer 27

Nerves, causing ribbon-like stool

Question 28

The most effective method of infection PREVENTION

Answer 28

Immunizations

Question 29

This communicable childhood disease is characterized by a sandpaper-like rash

Answer 29

Scarlet fever