Pediatric Cardiovascular and Respiratory Assessment Quiz

Test your knowledge with these pediatric cardiology quiz questions. Learn about congenital heart defects, respiratory conditions, and more.

#1

Which of the following is NOT a congenital heart defect?

Tetralogy of Fallot
Patent ductus arteriosus
Mitral valve regurgitation
Coarctation of the aorta
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#2

What is the primary cause of respiratory distress syndrome in newborns?

Premature birth
Maternal smoking during pregnancy
Genetic factors
Obesity
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#3

Which congenital heart defect involves a narrowing of the pulmonary valve and right ventricular outflow tract?

Atrial septal defect (ASD)
Coarctation of the aorta
Pulmonary atresia
Tetralogy of Fallot
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#4

What is the primary cause of bronchiolitis in infants and young children?

Bacterial infection
Allergic reaction
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Influenza virus
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#5

Which congenital heart defect is characterized by a hole in the septum between the atria?

Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
Atrial septal defect (ASD)
Pulmonary atresia
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#6

What is the primary cause of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)?

Respiratory distress syndrome
Cardiac arrhythmia
Unknown
Brain tumor
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#7

Which assessment finding in a pediatric patient may indicate cardiac tamponade?

Hypotension
Hypertension
Hyperglycemia
Hyperthermia
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#8

Which imaging modality is commonly used to diagnose congenital heart defects?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Computed tomography (CT) scan
Echocardiography
X-ray
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#9

Which of the following is a classic sign of congestive heart failure in infants?

Bradycardia
Tachypnea
Hypotension
Hyperglycemia
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#10

Which cardiac condition is characterized by a 'machinery-like' murmur?

Atrial septal defect (ASD)
Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
Coarctation of the aorta
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#11

Which assessment finding in a pediatric patient may indicate acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?

Hypoxemia
Hyperthermia
Hypertension
Hypoventilation
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#12

Which imaging modality is preferred for evaluating tracheal and bronchial pathology in children?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Ultrasound
Computed tomography (CT) scan
Bronchoscopy
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#13

Which condition is characterized by a 'barking' cough and inspiratory stridor in pediatric patients?

Pneumonia
Asthma
Croup
Bronchiolitis
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#14

What is the primary treatment for epiglottitis in children?

Antibiotics
Corticosteroids
Nebulized bronchodilators
Intravenous fluids
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#15

Which condition is characterized by a 'whooping' cough and paroxysmal coughing spells in pediatric patients?

Pneumonia
Asthma
Croup
Pertussis
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#16

Which condition is characterized by a 'cherry-red' skin coloration and metabolic acidosis in pediatric patients?

Pneumonia
Asthma
Cyanotic heart disease
Carbon monoxide poisoning
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#17

Which condition is characterized by severe respiratory distress, retractions, and diminished breath sounds in a pediatric patient?

Asthma exacerbation
Pneumothorax
Foreign body aspiration
Pulmonary edema
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