Peds GI

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to understand gastrointestinal conditions in children?

• Because they can affect a child's growth and development

• Because they are always easy to diagnose

• Because children never recover from them

• Because they only occur in adults

Multiple Choice

Which congenital disorder is characterized by the failure of the tissues of the GI tract to separate properly in prenatal life?

• Esophageal atresia (tracheoesophageal fistula)

• Pyloric stenosis

• Celiac disease

• Hirschsprung disease

Open Ended

Explain the surgical treatment options for imperforate anus and why they are necessary.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are symptoms of pyloric stenosis in infants?

• Projectile vomiting

• Palpable olive-shaped mass

• Ribbonlike stools

• Symptoms usually appear at 2-3 weeks old

Fill in the Blank

Celiac disease is triggered by the ingestion of foods containing ___.

Multiple Choice

What is the primary pathological feature of Hirschsprung disease?

• Absence of ganglionic innervation to a segment of bowel

• Overgrowth of circular muscles in the stomach

• Failure of GI tract tissues to separate

• Lack of anal opening

Open Ended

Describe the clinical presentation and treatment approach for Hirschsprung disease in newborns and infants.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a classic symptom of intussusception in infants?

• Red currant jelly like stools

• Green colored stools

• Projectile vomiting

• Painless abdominal swelling

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about Meckel's diverticulum are correct?

• It can cause intussusception if inverted.

• It always requires surgical treatment, even if asymptomatic.

• It may be connected to the umbilicus by a cord.

• It can lead to passage of dark red blood from the rectum.

Fill in the Blank

The protrusion of a portion of the intestine through the umbilical ring is called an ___ hernia.

Open Ended

Explain the primary goals and important nursing interventions in the management of pediatric gastroenteritis.

Multiple Choice

What is the main physiological problem in gastroesophageal reflux in infants?

• Relaxation or incompetence of the lower esophageal sphincter

• Obstruction of the pyloric sphincter

• Increased gastric acid secretion

• Delayed gastric emptying

Multiple Select

Which of the following factors can influence the occurrence of constipation in infants?

• Diet

• Culture

• Psychological patterns

• Frequent use of antibiotics

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a key difference between dehydration and overhydration?

• Dehydration causes fluid and electrolyte disturbances, while overhydration manifests as edema.

• Dehydration is caused by excess sodium, while overhydration is caused by lack of sodium.

• Dehydration is treated with surgery, while overhydration is treated with antibiotics.

• Dehydration only affects children, while overhydration only affects adults.

Open Ended

Explain how failure to thrive can impact a child's development and what factors may contribute to this condition.

Fill in the Blank

Kwashiorkor is primarily caused by a deficiency of ___ in the diet.

Multiple Choice

What is the primary treatment for rickets?

• Vitamin supplements and exposure to sunlight

• Antibiotics and bed rest

• Surgery and physical therapy

• High-protein diet

Multiple Select

Which of the following are symptoms or consequences of scurvy?

• Joint pain

• Bleeding gums

• Improved bone strength

• Loose teeth

Multiple Choice

A patient presents with belly-button pain, fever, nausea, and vomiting. Which condition is most likely based on these symptoms?

• Appendicitis

• Kwashiorkor

• Scurvy

• Rickets

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a goal of treatment for lead poisoning in children?

• Remove the poison

• Prevent further absorption

• Call the poison control center

• Administer laxatives immediately

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common gastrointestinal anomaly in infants?

• Pyloric stenosis

• Asthma

• Otitis media

• Congenital heart disease

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about gastrointestinal conditions in children, what is one key concept you learned that you think will be most useful in your future practice?