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Peds (APEA) Questions and Answers 2023 Hep A immunization schedule First dose at 1 year, second dose after 6 months Hep B immunization schedule 3 doses: 0, 1-2 months, 6-18 months after 1st You are caring for a newborn whose mother is known to be HBsAg (+). How should this be handled? Administer Hep B vaccine and Hep B immunoglobulin within 12 hrs of birth How many doses are in the DTaP series? 5 Tdap in pregnancy 1 dose of tdap during each pregnancy, preferably...

1) A 15 years old high school student with a mild sore throat and low-grade fever that has persisted for about 3 weeks. She reports general malaise, fatigue, and loss of appetite. The NP suspects mononucleosis. Which of the following is the LEAST appropriate intervention? a. Palpate the lymph nodes and spleen b. Examine the posterior oropharynx for petechiae c. Obtain a CBC, throat culture, and heterophil antibody test. d. Obtain an urinalyses and serum for LFTs and amylase Explanation: mo...

When examining the skin, multiple areas of circumscribed elevations of the skin filled with serous fluid measuring approximately 0.5cm were noted. These types of lesions could be seen in: - answer-a. Herpes simplex or varicella The principal muscles involved when closing the mouth are innervated by which cranial nerve? - answer-a. Cranial nerve V (Trigeminal) The structure that creates a channel for the vertebral artery is known as the: - answer-Transverse Foramen Which of the follow...

All the following are correct statements regarding the S3 component of the heart sound except. A) It occurs early in diastole and is sometimes called an opening snap B) It is a normal finding in some children, healthy young adults, and athletes C) It can be a normal variant if heard in a person age 40 or older D) It signifies CHF (congestive heart failure) - answer-It can be a normal variant if heard in a person age 40 or older A positive straight leg raising test is indicative of which o...

For tx of blepharitis, pts should be instructed to apply erythromycin ointment to the affected eye using: - answer-A 1 cm ribbon 5 times daily for 7 days The ophthalmic preparation that is NOT available OTC is: - answer-Hydroxypropyl cellulose (Lacrisert), a lubricant Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) is an antiviral agent, further classified as a(n): - answer-Neuraminidase inhibitor The duration of action of ocular decongestants such as oxymetazoline (Visine-LR) is approximately: - answer-6 hours-...

What is the biggest side effect of colchicine? - answer-diarrhea What is the biggest side effect of colchicine? - answer-diarrhea How would you describe the appearance of molluscum contagiosum? - answer-papules that are umbilicated and contain a caseous plug How would you describe the appearance of molluscum contagiosum? - answer-papules that are umbilicated and contain a caseous plug How do we treat a broken clavicle in an infant? - answer-no treatment; it should heal on it's own ...

When examining the scrotum in a young male child, test the cremasteric reflex by: - answer-scratching the medial aspect of the thigh A 33 year old male presents for examination because of a scrotal complaint. The exam reveals the presence of 2 testicles and palpable tissue resembling a "bag of worms" over the left testicle. When in the supine position with the scrotum elevated, the "bag of worms" disappears. This condition is suggestive of a: - answer-varicocele of the spermatic cord D...

cohort study - answer-An observational study that is prospective in nature, such as a case with smokers. "What will happen?" Case-control study - answer-Looks backwards in time (retrospective) "What happened?" A NPs scope of practice is influenced by a number of factors- which does NOT influence scope of practice? - answer-Court of law (Established legally, ethically, by SBON, and professional organizations) What would be the study to determine the cause of a cluster of adult le...

Black Patient With or Without DM - answer-Thiazide diuretic Calcium channel blocker Nonblack Patient With or Without DM - answer-Thiazide diuretic Calcium channel blocker ACE ARB heart murmurs are caused by - answer-turbulent blood flow through the great vessels or across a heart valve occurs • Stenotic valves don't - answer-Stenotic valves don't OPEN properly Regurgitant valves don't - answer-Regurgitant valves don't CLOSE properly If pravastatin is chosen for ...

changes that occur in the second trimester of pregnancy - answer-blood pressure decreases, heart rate increases effect of DRE on PSA value if it is measure the same day as DRE - answer-change in PSA is insignificant chancroid is cofactor for transmission of ? - answer-HIV initial recommended treatment for uncomplicated acute bronchitis in adults - answer-antitussives most common cause of R sided heart failure - answer-left ventricular HF lab test that best assesses for early renal...

Gestational diabetes screening occurs between what weeks gestation? - answer-24-48 When you ask the patient to take a deep breath in and then palpate over the RUQ abdomen. Positive when pain is elicited. This is a sign of ___________. - answer-Murphy's sign; cholecystitis What are names of LABA medications? - answer-salmeterol What is encopresis in children? - answer-stool incontinence after the age of being toilet trained The medical term for being cross-eyed - answer-strabismus ...

What is the treatment of choice for community acquired, uncomplicated pneumonia? - answer-amoxicillin Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia is a type of ____________ anemia. - answer-pernicious; macrocytic Prostate infection or inflammation can cause a sharp rise in PSA values. When should this value go back down to normal levels and be checked after an acute infection? - answer-4 weeks The most common cause of atypical pneumonia in adults - answer-mycoplasma pneumoniae An herbal supplement ...