40 Questions
What percentage of otitis media cases are accompanied by fever?
Up to two-thirds
What is the most specific sign of acute inflammation in otitis media?
Bulging of the tympanic membrane
What is the primary cause of iron deficiency in toddlers in the US?
Insufficient dietary intake
Which of the following bacteria is NOT a common cause of otitis media?
E. coli
What is the primary indication for treatment of otitis media in children over 2 years old?
Mild symptoms
At what age does the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend screening for iron deficiency?
1 year
What is the first-line therapy for otitis media?
Amoxicillin
What is the term for the regression of cognitive and motor skills in Rett Syndrome?
Deceleration of head growth
Which of the following is an indication for treatment of otitis media in adults?
All adults
What is the age range for which the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised with Follow-Up (MCT-RF) is recommended?
18-24 months
What is the diagnosis when signs of inflammation are absent in otitis media?
Otitis media with effusion
What is the term for the anxiety that occurs when a baby is separated from their parents?
Separation anxiety
What is the temperature threshold above which treatment of otitis media is indicated in children?
102.2°F
What is the primary cause of conductive hearing loss in children?
Otitis media
At what age does the AAP recommend screening for hyperlipidemia?
9-11 years
What is the term for the process by which some cells have a normal gene in Rett Syndrome?
Random X inactivation
What is the most common cause of short stature after age two?
Constitutional growth delay
What is the primary goal of anticipatory guidance in pediatric care?
To educate parents about their child's needs and expected growth
What is the term for the sudden death of an infant under one year of age that remains unexplained after a thorough investigation?
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
What is the recommended age for starting iron-fortified cereals in infants?
6 months
What is the term for the sudden, brief episode of cyanosis or pallor, absent or decreased breathing, and altered level of responsiveness in an infant?
Brief Resolved Unexplained Event (BRUE)
What is the most common cause of Polycythemia of the Newborn?
Delayed cord clamping
What is the primary cause of otitis media?
Viral upper respiratory tract infection
What is the primary treatment for Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn?
Supportive care
What is the recommended age for starting toilet training in children?
18 months
What is the risk factor for Neonatal Sepsis that increases the risk by 36 times?
Apgar < 6
What is the definition of macrocephaly in infants?
Occipitofrontal circumference > 2SD above age mean
What is the usual hematocrit level in healthy newborns?
61%
What is the potential complication of Polycythemia of the Newborn?
All of the above
What is the usual treatment for Neonatal Hypoglycemia?
Oral feedings
What is the risk factor for Neonatal Hypoglycemia?
All of the above
What is the antibiotic regimen usually used for Neonatal Sepsis?
Ampicillin and gentamycin
What is the most common trigger of Food Protein-Induced Proctocolitis in exclusively breastfed babies?
Cow’s milk
What is the primary complication of Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome?
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
What is the primary mechanism of Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome?
Surfactant deficiency
What is the purpose of administering betamethasone to the mother during preterm delivery?
To stimulate surfactant production
What is the primary cause of Apnea of Prematurity?
Immature respiratory control
What is the treatment for severe Retinopathy of Prematurity?
Laser therapy
What is the characteristic of the stools in Food Protein-Induced Proctocolitis?
Blood-streaked loose stools
What is the diagnosis of Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome based on?
CXR and clinical findings
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