Deck 20: Childhood Diseases and Disorders

Question 1

A complication of mumps could be sterility.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Pertussis is caused by Bordetella pertussis.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Diagnosis of tonsillitis is performed with an MRI and CBC.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Many of the infectious diseases can be prevented by maintaining a regular immunization schedule.

Question 5

Polio has been completely eradicated through an aggressive immunization program.

Question 6

The Epstein-Barr virus is usually the causative agent for the common cold.

Question 7

The period of time between the HIV infection and the development of AIDS is the same in all age groups.

Question 8

Good handwashing is the best preventive strategy for transmission of the cold virus.

Question 9

One episode of measles usually provides lifetime immunity.

Question 10

Mononucleosis is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus.

Question 11

Diphtheria produces a membranous coating of the pharynx,nose,and tracheobronchial tree.

Question 12

Varicella is more commonly known as shingles.

Question 13

Measles are transmitted by the fecal-oral route.

Question 14

Treatment for rubella is symptomatic.

Question 15

Fungal diseases are usually seen on the skin of children.

Question 16

The purpose of the tonsils is to help protect the respiratory tract from pathogens.

Question 17

The common cold is the most frequently occurring disease.

Question 18

Varicella can only be transmitted by airborne particles.

Question 19

Most tonsillitis is caused by group B beta-hemolytic streptococci.

Question 20

Influenza is caused by a bacterial infection.

Question 21

Mumps is an infection of the:

A) salivary glands.
B) thymus gland.
C) parotid glands.
D) thyroid gland.

Question 22

There is an effective vaccine to prevent giardiasis.

Question 23

The incubation period for measles is:

A) 7 to 10 days.
B) 7 to 14 days.
C) 7 to 21 days.
D) 7 to 28 days.

Question 24

Candidiasis can develop as a result of antibiotic therapy.

Question 25

The incubation period for rubella is:

A) 7 to 10 days.
B) 7 to 14 days.
C) 14 to 21 days.
D) 14 to 28 days.

Question 26

Symptoms of rubella include:

A) a nasal discharge.
B) a rash.
C) joint pain.
D) all of the above.

Question 27

There is no way to prevent most types of leukemia.

Question 28

Pediculosis is transmitted from human to human by direct contact.

Question 29

There are no known preventive measures for croup.

Question 30

Treatment for infectious diseases consists of all of the following EXCEPT:

A) good nutrition.
B) rest.
C) aspirin.
D) good handwashing techniques.

Question 31

Complications of mumps include:

A) prostatitis.
B) orchitis.
C) epididymitis.
D) blindness.

Question 32

There are no known preventive measures for tuberculosis.

Question 33

Pinworms are transmitted by ingestion or inhalation of the egg,usually by hand-to-mouth contact.

Question 34

Tinea infections encompass a group of diseases commonly known as ringworm.

Question 35

Symptoms of measles include:

A) Koplik's spots.
B) a pink,raised,lacy rash.
C) no fever.
D) a productive cough.

Question 36

Lice are commonly found exclusively in lower socioeconomic groups.

Question 37

Polio is spread by:

A) airborne particles.
B) the oral route.
C) indirect contact.
D) contaminated blood.

Question 38

The four categories of infectious diseases of childhood include:

A) viral.
B) bacterial.
C) fungal and parasitic.
D) all of the above.

Question 39

Symptoms of varicella include:

A) a macular rash.
B) vesicles.
C) intense itching.
D) all of the above.

Question 40

Preventive measures for roundworm are good handwashing technique and keeping the fingers away from the mouth.

Question 41

An example of an oral fungal disease is:

A) histoplasmosis.
B) thrush.
C) ringworm.
D) tinea pedis.

Question 42

Symptoms of roundworm infestation include:

A) abdominal pain.
B) excessive gas.
C) weight loss.
D) all of the above.

Question 43

Which of the following is the best preventive measure for impetigo?

A) isolation
B) good handwashing technique
C) daily exposure to sunlight
D) daily washing of linens

Question 44

Symptoms of mononucleosis include:

A) a sore throat.
B) fatigue.
C) enlarged lymph nodes.
D) all of the above.

Question 45

Infectious mononucleosis is also known as:

A) the kissing disease.
B) rubella.
C) rubeola.
D) mumps.

Question 46

Signs and symptoms of tuberculosis include:

A) a persistent cough.
B) bloody sputum.
C) fever and malaise.
D) all of the above.

Question 47

Symptoms of tularemia include:

A) a headache.
B) generalized or localized swelling.
C) swelling of lymph nodes.
D) all of the above.

Question 48

Symptoms of the common cold include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) a nasal discharge.
B) a headache.
C) sneezing.
D) watery eyes.

Question 49

Some of the common infection-causing bacteria include:

A) Staphylococcus.
B) Clostridium.
C) Streptococcus.
D) all of the above.

Question 50

Signs and symptoms of otitis media include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) the child pulling on the ear.
B) drainage from the ear.
C) a rash.
D) a reddish,bulging eardrum.

Question 51

Impetigo is caused by:

A) Staphylococcus.
B) Francisella tularensis.
C) Clostridium.
D) Corynebacterium diphtheriae.

Question 52

Symptoms of giardiasis include:

A) diarrhea.
B) flatulence.
C) anorexia.
D) all of the above.

Question 53

Diagnosis of candidiasis is made by visualizing white plaques on the:

A) tongue.
B) lips.
C) nipples.
D) hands.

Question 54

The incubation period for diphtheria is:

A) 1 to 7 days.
B) 2 to 7 days.
C) 1 to 5 days.
D) 2 to 5 days.

Question 55

Symptoms of tonsillitis include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) a sore throat.
B) a fever.
C) a runny nose.
D) pain with swallowing.

Question 56

Influenza is characterized by:

A) fever and chills.
B) joint and muscle aches.
C) a runny nose and dry cough.
D) all of the above.

Question 57

Symptoms of polio include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) a sore throat.
B) neck,trunk,and extremity stiffness.
C) a cough.
D) a headache.

Question 58

Tularemia is diagnosed by which of the following?

A) sputum test
B) blood test to identify antibodies
C) MRI
D) urine testing

Question 59

Diagnosis of tuberculosis is made by performing all of the following EXCEPT:

A) a positive sputum culture.
B) a negative skin test.
C) a positive skin test.
D) a chest X-ray.