PEDIATRIC MCQ - Neonatology Q5

 

PEDIATRIC MCQ

  Neonatology -Q5

This Pediatric MCQ questions bank is based on the important Topics That were frequently asked during the pediatrics board  examinations for FCPS MD DCH pediatric exams or In India doing preparation for DNB, AIIMS pediatric exams. This pool is also valid for NCLEX Pediatrics, MRCPCH and USMLE exams.

 

5. A baby that required a c-section and was heavier than usual. Throughout her pregnancy, the mother had poor glycemic control. After birth, the infant fed successfully for the first hour before showing signs of Jitterness . A random blood sugar test was performed and revealed level of 65 mg/dl. What is most likely the cause of the newborn jittery movements??

A.HIE
B. Hypoglycemia
C. Hypomagnesemia
D. Hypokalemia
E. Hypocalcemia

ANSWER= Ans. E
Explain:- In 1st 48 hours of life target glucose is >40 before the feed. Tx has been indicated if plasma glucose is less than 40mg/dl look forward to any other causes of fits in IDM. Hypocalcemia is also common in these babies

 

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