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UHS PGET Pediatrics — Rheumatic Diseases of Childhood MCQs

Practice 53 Rheumatic Diseases of Childhood past-paper MCQs for UHS PGET Pediatrics, each with a detailed explanation and reference. Try free samples below, then start a full quiz.

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Rheumatic Diseases of Childhood is a core part of the UHS PGET Pediatrics syllabus. HighYield's Rheumatic Diseases of Childhood question bank collects 53 MCQs modelled on real past papers, so you practise the exact style and difficulty you'll face on exam day. Every question comes with a worked explanation and a subject reference, so you learn why an answer is right — not just which option to pick.

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Sample Rheumatic Diseases of Childhood Questions

Q1

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are prescribed to decrease acute and chronic inflammation associated with various rheumatic diseases; however, many adverse effects have been encountered with long term use. Of the following, the NSAID that has the highest toxicity is

  • A.celecoxib
  • B.meloxicam
  • C.indomethacin
  • D.naproxen
  • E.ibuprofen
Q2

A 7-year-old boy developed small hypopigmented depressed scars after fingernail scratches; he has been treated with nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for a rheumatic disease 6 weeks ago. Of the following, the NSAID that is MOST likely to cause such a unique skin reaction is

  • A.celecoxib
  • B.meloxicam
  • C.indomethacin
  • D.naproxen
  • E.ibuprofen
Q3

Hydroxychloroquine sulfate is an antimalarial drug important in the treatment of SLE and dermatomyositis, particularly cutaneous manifestations of disease and to reduce lupus flares. Of the following, the MOST important procedure that should be done routinely during the course of administration is

  • A.gastric endoscopy
  • B.bone marrow examination
  • C.muscle biopsy
  • D.glucose-6-phophate dehydrogenase enzyme level assay
  • E.ophthalmological examination

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