Pediatrics Day 5 Quiz - Nurses Revision

Welcome to your Pediatrics Day 5 Quiz

20 MCQ's and 5 fil ins

December 26, 2024

1. What is thyrotoxicosis?

a) Excessive production of thyroid hormones

b) Underactive thyroid gland

c) Autoimmune disorder affecting the thyroid

d) Benign growth in the thyroid gland

2. Where is the thyroid gland located?

a) Upper portion of the neck

b) Behind the ears

c) Lower portion of the neck, in front of the larynx and trachea

d) In the abdomen

3. What is the primary function of the thyroid gland?

a) Regulation of blood sugar levels

b) Production of insulin

c) Regulation of growth and metabolism

d) Digestion of food

4. Which autoimmune disorder is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism?

a) Hashimoto's thyroiditis

b) Graves' disease

c) Cretinism

d) Myxedema

5. What is the purpose of radioactive iodine uptake testing?

a) To measure thyroid hormone levels

b) To assess overall thyroid structure and function

c) To visualize thyroid nodules

d) To evaluate thyroid gland inflammation

6. Which condition involves a life-threatening exacerbation of hyperthyroid symptoms?

a) Thyroid storm

b) Goiter

c) Myxedema

d) Thyroiditis

7. Which medication is commonly used to lower heart rate in hyperthyroidism?

a) Methimazole

b) Levothyroxine

c) Propranolol

d) Lugols iodine

8. What is the characteristic eye symptom associated with Graves' disease?

a) Eyelid retraction ("stare")

b) Double vision

c) Lid-lag (von Graefe's sign)

d) Exophthalmos/Proptosis

9. What is the primary purpose of monitoring vital signs every 2 hours post-thyroidectomy?

a) To assess for signs of thyroid storm

b) To detect early signs of hemorrhage

c) To monitor fluid balance

d) All of the above

10. What is the defining feature of nephrotic syndrome?

A) Hypertension

B) Hematuria

C) Proteinuria

D) Oliguria

11. What is the main cause of edema in nephrotic syndrome?

A) Sodium retention

B) Potassium excess

C) Water intoxication

D) Hypoalbuminemia

12. Which type of glomerulonephritis is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in children?

A) Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS)

B) Membranous glomerulonephritis (MGN)

C) Minimal change disease (MCD)

D) Membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (MPGN)

13. What is the characteristic pattern of edema in nephrotic syndrome?

A) Localized to the lower extremities

B) Generalized, involving the face, abdomen, and limbs

C) Limited to the periorbital region

D) Absent in most cases

14. Which medication is commonly used to lower cholesterol levels in patients with nephrotic syndrome?

A) Aspirin

B) Lisinopril

C) Atorvastatin

D) Prednisone

15. What is the most common cause of nephritic syndrome in children?

A) IgA nephropathy

B) Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis

C) Lupus nephritis

D) Goodpasture syndrome

16. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of nephritic syndrome?

A) Massive proteinuria

B) Hematuria

C) Hypertension

D) Oliguria

17. What is the primary cause of hematuria in nephritic syndrome?

A) Glomerular inflammation

B) Tubular dysfunction

C) Interstitial fibrosis

D) Renal artery stenosis

18. What is the typical appearance of urine in nephritic syndrome?

A) Foamy or bubbly

B) Clear and colorless

C) Smoky or tea-colored

D) Milky or cloudy

19. What is the primary treatment for nephritic syndrome?

A) Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors

B) Corticosteroids

C) Diuretics

D) Anticoagulants

20. Which immunoglobulin is commonly deposited in the glomeruli in membranous glomerulonephritis?

A) IgA

B) IgG

C) IgM

D) IgE

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