pediatrician-quiz

Pediatrician Quiz

by champlin.kattiePublished: August 10, 2025

Step into the world of pediatric medicine, where understanding the unique needs of children is paramount. This quiz will challenge your knowledge on a range of topics, from common childhood diseases to developmental milestones. Test your expertise and see how well you can navigate the intricacies of pediatric care. Good luck!
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Pediatrician Quiz
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1. What is the most common chronic disease in children?
Hint: It affects the respiratory system.

Pediatrician Quiz Questions Overview

1. What is the most common chronic disease in children?

Diabetes
Asthma
Epilepsy
Cystic Fibrosis

2. At what age do most children start to walk independently?

6 months
12 months
18 months
24 months

3. Which vaccine is typically given to newborns before they leave the hospital?

MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
Hepatitis B
Varicella
Polio

4. What is the recommended exclusive breastfeeding duration by the World Health Organization?

3 months
6 months
9 months
12 months

5. Which developmental milestone is typically achieved by 2 years of age?

Saying single words
Running
Using two-word sentences
Drawing a circle

6. What is the leading cause of death in children under 5 years old worldwide?

Malnutrition
Diarrheal diseases
Malaria
Respiratory infections

7. Which condition is characterized by a red, itchy rash that often appears in childhood?

Psoriasis
Eczema
Rosacea
Vitiligo

8. What is the primary symptom of croup in children?

Barking cough
High fever
Rash
Vomiting

9. At what age is the first dose of the MMR vaccine typically administered?

6 months
12 months
18 months
24 months

10. Which mineral is crucial for preventing anemia in children?

Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
Potassium

11. What is the term for the soft spot on a baby’s head?

Suture
Fontanelle
Cranium
Scalp

12. Which vitamin is essential for preventing rickets in children?

Vitamin A
Vitamin B12
Vitamin C
Vitamin D

13. What is the average birth weight of a full-term newborn?

2-3 kg
3-4 kg
4-5 kg
5-6 kg

14. Which reflex is present at birth and typically disappears by 4-6 months of age?

Moro reflex
Babinski reflex
Sucking reflex
Grasp reflex

15. What is the medical term for bedwetting in children over the age of 5?

Nocturia
Enuresis
Polyuria
Dysuria

16. Which condition is characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention in children?

Autism
Bipolar Disorder
ADHD
OCD

17. What is the primary cause of dental caries in children?

Fluoride deficiency
Bacterial infection
High sugar intake
Poor oral hygiene

18. Which condition is characterized by a deficiency in growth hormone in children?

Hypothyroidism
Growth hormone deficiency
Cushing’s syndrome
Diabetes insipidus

19. What is the recommended daily intake of calcium for children aged 4-8 years?

500 mg
800 mg
1000 mg
1300 mg

20. Which condition is characterized by a red, swollen, and painful joint in children?

Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Gout
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