Pediatrics Board Exam Flashcards
What is the classic presentation of spondylolysis?
Pain with back extension
What are 2 common findings in Johanson-Blizzard syndrome?
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency and hypothyroidism
What are 2 common findings in Shwachman-Diamond syndrome?
Bone marrow failure and exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
What is the difference between authoritarian and authoritative parenting?
Authoritarian: high level of control and low level of warmth
Authoritative: high level of control and high level of warmth (better outcomes)
What is seen on LP in Guillain-Barre syndrome?
Cytoalbuminologic dissociation (high protein and normal WBC count)
Which cell type can be seen on peripheral smear in G6PD deficiency?
Blister cells
What are the physical exam findings in Albright hereditary osteodystrophy?
Short stature, obesity, rounded face, and brachydactyly (short digits)
Is urine sodium expected to be high, low, or normal in patients with nephrotic syndrome and CHF?
Low due to increased sodium absorption at the PCT
What is the diagnosis of a boggy mass on the head with surrounding alopecia, pruritus, and cervical LAD?
Kerion as a complication of tinea capitis
Which antibodies are used to diagnosed autoimmune hepatitis?
Anti-smooth muscle (SM) antibody and anti-liver kidney microsomal (LKM) antibody
What is the management of a neonatal humerus fracture?
Immobilization at 90 degrees
What are the diagnostic criteria for Tourette syndrome?
Motor and verbal tics for > 1 year
Which medication classes are effective in reducing the risk of aortic dissection in patients with Marfan syndrome?
Beta-blockers or ARBs
Why do spontaneous pneumothoraces occur in patients with Marfan syndrome?
Lung bullae
What is the inheritance pattern of Marfan syndrome?
Autosomal dominant
