30 Questions
Which stage of development do school age children enter, according to Erikson?
Industry vs inferiority stage
What is the average weight gain per year for school age children?
5.5-7 lbs
At what age do school age children begin to prefer same-sex friends?
6
What are the symptoms of tonsillitis and adenoiditis?
Difficulty swallowing and breathing
What can cause mouth breathing in cases of enlarged adenoids?
Blocked nasal passage
When should antibiotics be given for tonsillitis and adenoiditis?
If a throat swab for strep is positive
When is a tonsillectomy indicated for tonsillitis and adenoiditis?
If there is persistent airway obstruction
What is an early sign of postoperative bleeding following a tonsillectomy?
Frequent swallowing while sleeping
What may be ordered for comfort following a tonsillectomy?
Ice collar
What is the purpose of using a cool mist vaporizer for tonsillitis and adenoiditis?
To keep mucous membranes moist
Which age group has the highest incidence of rheumatic fever?
Teenagers
When is rheumatic fever more prevalent?
During Winter and Spring
What is the cause of rheumatic fever?
Bacterial infection
What are the classic symptoms of rheumatic fever?
Joint pain, rash, and heart inflammation
Which joint is mainly affected by migratory polyarthritis in rheumatic fever?
Knees
What is the recurrence pattern of rheumatic fever?
Recurrences are more frequent in the first 5 years after initial infection
What is the distinguishing characteristic of migratory polyarthritis in rheumatic fever?
It disappears without treatment and frequently returns in another joint
Which of the following is a characteristic of Sydenham's chorea?
Involuntary, purposeless movements of the muscles
Which age group is primarily affected by Sydenham's chorea?
Prepubertal girls
What is the initial symptom of Sydenham's chorea?
Increased tension and behavioral problems
Which of the following is a characteristic of acute rheumatic involvement of the brain in Sydenham's chorea?
Involuntary, purposeless movements of the muscles
Which of the following is the most serious complication of rheumatic fever?
Inflammation of the heart
Which age group is more prone to developing carditis in rheumatic fever?
Young children
Which part of the heart is often involved in rheumatic fever?
Mitral valve
Which of the following is a consequence of carditis in rheumatic fever?
Enlarged myocardium
What is the main effect of vegetations formed in rheumatic fever?
Interference with proper closing of the valves
What is the main effect of vegetations formed in rheumatic fever?
Impaired blood flow
Which of the following bacteria is the most common cause of acute urinary tract infection?
Escherichia coli
What is the most appropriate treatment for a child with an acute urinary tract infection?
Oral antimicrobials
What is cryptorchidism?
Testes fail to descend into the scrotum
Quiz: Understanding the Development of School-Age Children Test your knowledge on the stages of development in school-age children. Explore the theories of Sigmund Freud and Erik Erikson, and learn about the sexual latency stage and the industry vs inferiority stage. Discover how repression of sexuality and the need for productivity play a role in the emotional and social development of children. Challenge yourself with this insightful quiz!
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