Pediatric Health Quiz

The most common cause of death in children under 5 years worldwide is:

• Malaria

• Pneumonia

• HIV/AIDS

• Tuberculosis

A 3-month-old infant has a head circumference that is rapidly increasing. This is most likely due to:

• Malnutrition

• Hydrocephalus

• Microcephaly

• Hypothyroidism

The recommended site for intramuscular injections in infants is:

• Gluteus maximus

• Vastus lateralis

• Deltoid

• Ventrogluteal

The first permanent tooth to erupt in children is usually:

• Central incisor

• First molar

• Lateral incisor

• Canine

Which vaccine is given at birth according to the National Immunization Schedule (India)?

• DPT

• OPV

• BCG and Hepatitis B (birth dose)

• Measles

The hallmark sign of severe dehydration in infants is:

• Sunken eyes

• Dry lips

• Sunken anterior fontanelle

• Poor appetite

Which condition is characterized by Koplik’s spots?

• Rubella

• Measles

• Pertussis

• Diphtheria

The Apgar score is assessed at:

• 10 and 20 minutes after birth

• 1 and 5 minutes after birth

• 15 minutes after birth only

• 1 minute after birth only

In neonatal resuscitation, the preferred ratio of chest compressions to ventilation is:

• 30:2

• 10:1

• 3:1

• 5:1

What is the most common cause of iron deficiency anemia in toddlers?

• Blood disorders

• Genetic conditions

• Excessive cow’s milk intake

• Infections