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All of the following are conditions with combined cellular and antibody immunodeficiency, except
- A. Ataxia telangiectasia
- B. Reticular dysgenesis
- C. Common variable immunodeficiency
- D. Severe combined immunodeficiency
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) is primarily an antibody deficiency, not a combined immunodeficiency.
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The ECG in left ventricular hypertrophy and shows a superior QRS axis (between -90' and 0')
- A. tricuspid atresia
- B. Ebstein anomaly
- C. pulmonary atresia
- D. tetralogy of Fallot
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Left ventricular hypertrophy with a superior QRS axis is characteristic of tetralogy of Fallot.
Hereditary angioneurotic oedema (HANE):
- A. Deficiency of CI esterase occurs
- B. Can present as recurrent abdominal pain
- C. C4 is increased
- D. Androgen agonists are helpful in management
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Deficiency of CI esterase occurs
Of the following, the MOST common clinical sign of coarctation of the aorta in older children is
- A. cardiac enlargement
- B. notching of the inferior border of the ribs
- C. a systolic ejection click or thrill in the suprasternal notch
- D. differential blood pressure: arms > legs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notching of the ribs due to collateral circulation is a classic sign of coarctation of the aorta.
Which among the following is an anatomical scoring system?
- A. STS Score.
- B. Euroscore II
- C. SYNTAX Score
- D. GRACE Score
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: SYNTAX Score is an anatomical scoring system used to assess coronary artery disease.
The clinic nurse reviews the record of a child just seen by the health care provider and diagnosed with suspected aortic stenosis. The nurse expects to note documentation of which clinical manifestation specifically found in this disorder?
- A. Pallor
- B. Hyperactivity
- C. Exercise intolerance
- D. Gastrointestinal disturbances
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exercise intolerance is a common clinical manifestation of aortic stenosis due to the heart's inability to pump sufficient blood during increased physical activity.