SOLUTIONS ALL CHAPTERS COVERED
1. A 2-month-old infant presents for a well visit. Which is the priority assessment?
A. Vision screening
B. Weight gain
C. Toilet training readiness
D. Speech clarity
Answer: B
Rationale: Growth is the most critical indicator of infant health.
2. Which is a normal developmental milestone for a 6-month-old?
A. Walking independently
B. Sitting with support
C. Speaking sentences
D. Toilet trained
Answer: B
,3. First vaccine given at birth:
A. MMR
B. Hepatitis B
C. DTaP
D. Varicella
Answer: B
4. A child with fever and drooling should be assessed for:
A. Asthma
B. Epiglottitis
C. Otitis media
D. Bronchiolitis
Answer: B
5. Best initial treatment for dehydration:
A. IV fluids always
B. Oral rehydration solution
C. Antibiotics
D. Steroids
Answer: B
6. A toddler with temper tantrums—best guidance:
2 of 22
, A. Punish immediately
B. Ignore behavior when safe
C. Give reward
D. Remove all toys
Answer: B
7. Which finding suggests otitis media?
A. Clear tympanic membrane
B. Bulging, red TM
C. No pain
D. Normal hearing
Answer: B
8. A newborn with jaundice at 12 hours is:
A. Normal
B. Pathologic
C. Expected
D. Mild
Answer: B
9. First-line treatment for asthma exacerbation:
A. Steroids
B. Albuterol
C. Antibiotics
D. Oxygen only
Answer: B
10. A child with croup presents with:
A. Wheezing
B. Barking cough
C. Crackles
D. Stridor only at rest
Answer: B
11. Which is a sign of respiratory distress in children?
A. Bradycardia
B. Retractions
C. Calm behavior