National Health Regulatory Authority Licensure Examination (NHRA Bahrain) · Pediatrics And Obgyn

Pediatrics

26 practice questions, each with the answer and an explanation.

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  1. At about what age does a typical infant first smile socially?
  2. At about what age do most children walk independently?
  3. A 3-year-old has a barking cough, inspiratory stridor and hoarseness after a cold. What is the most likely diagnosis?
  4. Which drug is used in the treatment of croup?
  5. A febrile child has drooling, muffled voice, a tripod posture and difficulty swallowing. What is the most important immediate step?
  6. What is the usual cause of bronchiolitis in infants?
  7. A 4-week-old boy has projectile non-bilious vomiting after every feed and a palpable olive-shaped mass. What metabolic abnormality is expected?
  8. A 9-month-old has intermittent colicky pain, vomiting and red currant jelly stool. What is the most likely diagnosis?
  9. Which treatment is given for Kawasaki disease to reduce coronary artery aneurysms?
  10. Which feature is part of the diagnostic criteria for Kawasaki disease?
  11. Jaundice appearing within the first 24 hours of life suggests which type of cause?
  12. What is the main treatment for significant unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia in a newborn?
  13. Which vaccine is given at birth in many countries to protect against tuberculosis?
  14. Why is vitamin K given to newborns at birth?
  15. What is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in children?
  16. A 6-year-old has palpable purpura on the buttocks and legs, abdominal pain, arthritis and hematuria. What is the diagnosis?
  17. A child has a febrile seizure. What is the typical age range for febrile seizures?
  18. What is the best fluid choice for mild to moderate dehydration in a child with gastroenteritis who can drink?
  19. What is the inheritance pattern and gene location of cystic fibrosis?
  20. Which test is the diagnostic test for cystic fibrosis?
  21. Which four abnormalities make up tetralogy of Fallot?
  22. Which trisomy causes Down syndrome?
  23. Koplik spots are characteristic of which infection?
  24. What does the Apgar score assess in a newborn?
  25. Which deficiency causes rickets in children?
  26. A child has microcytic anemia, pallor and a diet low in iron. Which treatment is correct?

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