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UPSC CMS Pediatrics - Pediatric Pulmonology & Allergy

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15 Mins
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Textbook Citations
Harrison & Bailey
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Target Exam
UPSC CMS
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Question 1

According to the WHO clinical criteria, which of the following clinical signs are indicative of 'severe pneumonia or very severe disease' in children aged 2 months to 5 years?

1. Convulsions

2. Lower chest indrawing

3. Inability to feed

4. Stridor

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1, 2 and 4
C. 1, 3 and 4
D. 2, 3 and 4
Textbook Explanation Highlight:
🎯 Core Clinical Snapshot Correct Option: C (1, 3 and 4) Key Takeaway: The WHO guidelines define 'severe pneumonia or very severe disease' in children by the presence of general danger signs, which include clinical i...
Question 2

At what cut-off respiratory rate will you consider "fast breathing" in a 2-year-old child?

A. β‰₯ 60 per minute
B. β‰₯ 50 per minute
C. β‰₯ 40 per minute
D. β‰₯ 30 per minute
Textbook Explanation Highlight:
Pediatric Pneumonia: Age-Specific Tachypnea Cut-Offs (IMCI / STG) 🎯 Core Clinical Snapshot Correct Option: Option C β€” β‰₯ 40 per minute Key Takeaway: For children aged 2–12 months, fast breathing is defined as β‰₯ 50 breaths/min; for children aged 1–5 y...
Question 3

Which of the following treatment modalities is NOT recommended for worsening respiratory distress in a child suspected to be suffering from acute croup?

A.

Sedation

B.

Intravenous antibiotics

C.

Nebulised racemic epinephrine

D.

Intramuscular dexamethasone

Textbook Explanation Highlight:
Croup Croup Croup refers to conditions characterized by a brassy cough with or without inspiratory stridor, hoarseness, or respiratory distress, affecting children. Types Acute Epiglottitis Characterized by rapid progression from minor upper respirat...
Question 4

A 2-year-old previously healthy child develops abrupt onset high-grade fever, drooling of saliva, and respiratory distress. He has a toxic look and becomes severely ill within a few hours. What is the most likely clinical diagnosis?

A.

Acute tonsilopharyngitis

B.

Tracheo-oesophageal fistula

C.

Acute Epiglottitis

D.

Laryngeal web

Textbook Explanation Highlight:
  OPTION-WISE EXPLANATION βΈ» (a) Acute tonsillopharyngitis This condition presents with fever, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing, but drooling and severe respiratory distress are uncommon. The progression is not so rapi...
Question 5

A 10 year old boy presents with recurrent bouts of nasal congestion, itching, sneezing, clear rhinorrhoea and conjunctival irritation. On examination he has conjunctival hyperaemia, allergic gape and a transverse nasal crease. Which of the following drugs is preferred for management of this child?

A.

Diphenhydramine

B.

Fluticasone

C.

Cetirizine

D.

Ipratropium bromide

Textbook Explanation Highlight:
Allergic Rhinitis Allergic rhinitis is an inflammatory disorder of the nasal mucosa characterized by sneezing, itching, nasal obstruction, and clear rhinorrhea. It results from an IgE-mediated response to specific allergens. Symptoms Nasal: Sneezing,...
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