NPS NPS Pharmacology and Medications 3

Question 1

What is the correct IV dose of adenosine for a pediatric patient with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT)?

Accepted Answer

0.1 mg/kg rapid IV push

Answer

0.05 mg/kg rapid IV push

Answer

0.3 mg/kg rapid IV push

Answer

1 mg/kg rapid IV push

Question 2

Which glucose infusion rate (GIR) is typically required to maintain euglycemia in a term neonate?

Accepted Answer

6–8 mg/kg/min

Answer

2–4 mg/kg/min

Answer

4–6 mg/kg/min

Answer

8–10 mg/kg/min

Question 3

A neonate with suspected congenital adrenal hyperplasia presents in a salt-wasting crisis. Which medication is immediately administered?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocortisone IV

Answer

Dexamethasone IV

Answer

Fludrocortisone oral

Answer

Prednisone IV

Question 4

Which opiate analgesic is MOST commonly used for procedural pain management in neonates due to its predictable pharmacokinetics?

Accepted Answer

Fentanyl

Answer

Meperidine

Answer

Morphine

Answer

Hydromorphone

Question 5

A preterm neonate on total parenteral nutrition develops cholestatic jaundice. Which TPN component is most likely responsible?

Accepted Answer

Lipid emulsion (IVFE)

Answer

Amino acids

Answer

Dextrose

Answer

Electrolytes

Question 6

What is the mechanism of action of milrinone when used in neonates with low cardiac output?

Accepted Answer

Phosphodiesterase-3 inhibitor

Answer

Beta-1 adrenergic agonist

Answer

Alpha-1 adrenergic agonist

Answer

Calcium channel blocker