NUR 374B Exam 2 – 2026 (180+ Q&A) – RSV, Croup, CF, Asthma, GI Disorders, Renal, Dehydration, Electrolytes, Pediatric CPR

This expert-verified document for NUR 374B Exam 2 (2026) contains over 180 detailed Q&A items, making it an essential review for nursing students studying pediatric respiratory, gastrointestinal, renal, and emergency content. It provides a structured, high-yield overview of conditions affecting infants through adolescents, focusing on clinical signs, interventions, medications, and nursing priorities. Respiratory content includes: Upper and lower respiratory tract infections such as nasopharyngitis, pharyngitis, strep throat, tonsillitis, croup, epiglottitis, bronchiolitis, and RSV Emergency airway management and interventions (e.g., for epiglottitis and croup) Asthma pathophysiology, triggers, status asthmaticus, and medication management (bronchodilators, corticosteroids, PAS score) Cystic Fibrosis is explored in-depth: Respiratory, GI, and endocrine manifestations CF diagnostics (sweat test, newborn screening) Multistep respiratory therapy (bronchodilators → saline → dornase alfa → vest → antibiotics) Pancreatic enzyme therapy, high-calorie diet, fat-soluble vitamin deficiency Gastrointestinal & GU coverage spans: GERD, pyloric stenosis, intussusception, Hirschsprung’s disease, constipation, and acute appendicitis Signs of perforation (board-like abdomen, sepsis) Pediatric fluid management for dehydration, including oral and IV therapy Calculation of percent dehydration and specific signs of mild, moderate, and severe dehydration Renal and urinary system topics: UTIs, pyelonephritis, enuresis, and acute kidney injury (AKI) Key labs (BUN, creatinine, GFR), fluid and electrolyte imbalances (e.g., hyperkalemia, hyponatremia) Peritonitis and post-op appendectomy care Pediatric emergency and CPR protocols are also thoroughly covered: 1- and 2-rescuer CPR techniques for infants and children Choking management, airway support, and rescue breathing Age-specific vital signs, acid-base balance (ROME method), and ABG norms (CO₂, HCO₃⁻, pH) Designed for: BSN and ABSN students in Pediatrics, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Emergency Nursing, or Health Promotion Preparing for NUR 374B unit exams, pediatric clinicals, NCLEX-RN Needing review on high-acuity pediatric conditions and emergency protocols Perfect for last-minute exam prep, clinical practice, and targeted pediatric system reviews. Keywords: RSV, croup, epiglottitis, bronchiolitis, CF, asthma, status asthmaticus, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, GERD, intussusception, Hirschsprung disease, UTI, AKI, pediatric dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, pyloric stenosis, appendicitis, pediatric CPR, choking, acid-base balance, ROME method