Introduction to Pediatrics

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What age range does pediatrics primarily cover?

Birth up to the age of 18 (correct)
Adolescence to old age
Adulthood
Geriatrics

What type of care acknowledges the family as the primary caregiver?

Child-centered care
Teacher-centered care
Family-centered care (correct)
Individual-centered care

Which of the following is a key area of focus within pediatrics?

Surgical cardiology
Adult cardiology
Pediatric cardiology (correct)
Geriatric cardiology

What does 'development' primarily encompass in the context of child health?

Acquisition of skills and abilities (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are age-specific achievements that most children reach within a certain timeframe called?

Developmental milestones (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a gross motor skill?

Crawling (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does cognitive development primarily involve?

Thinking, learning, and problem-solving (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which source of nutrition is generally recommended for infants?

Breastfeeding (A) Signup and view all the answers

Around what age is it typical to start introducing solid foods to infants?

6 months (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of vaccines?

To prevent infectious diseases (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common vaccine-preventable disease?

Measles (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of respiratory distress in children?

Difficulty breathing (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which vital sign is NOT typically measured during a pediatric assessment?

Height (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using growth charts in pediatrics?

To monitor growth over time (B) Signup and view all the answers

From whom is informed consent obtained before providing medical care to children?

Parents or legal guardians (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'assent' refer to in pediatric ethics?

Seeking the child's agreement to participate in medical decisions (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common method of delivering medication in the form of a mist for inhalation?

Nebulization (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a social determinant of health?

Socioeconomic status (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the pediatric subspecialty of Neonatology focus on?

Care of newborns (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

Inattention (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible cause of dehydration in children?

Inadequate fluid intake (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a blood disorder that is treated in the pediatric Hematology/Oncology subspecialty?

Anemia (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities might be addressed by a Sports Medicine pediatrician?

Treating sports-related injuries (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Pediatrics

Branch of medicine focused on infants, children, and adolescents (birth to 18 years).

Pediatrician

Physician specializing in the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents.