Conquer Pediatric Respiratory Challenges for 2026
Respiratory system disorders are the most common cause of hospitalization in children and a favorite topic for examiners. In today's Child Health Nursing Mock Test, we cover high-yield questions on Tracheoesophageal Fistula (TEF), Croup Syndrome, and Bronchial Asthma.
These solved MCQs also explain critical concepts like Normal Respiratory Rates in different age groups, Primary Apnea, Pulmonary Atelectasis, and Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD). Whether you are preparing for AIIMS NORCET 2026, CHO Exams, or NCLEX-RN, these pediatric respiratory management questions with detailed rationales will boost your preparation. Download your free PDF below and advance your preparation!
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Why Pediatric Respiratory Topics Are Crucial for Exam Performance
Pediatric respiratory disorders hold significant exam importance:
- They assess recognition of life-threatening signs in children
- Conditions like croup and asthma test emergency response knowledge
- Congenital anomalies and chronic issues evaluate long-term care understanding
- Questions often combine pathophysiology with nursing interventions
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Essential Concepts You Must Master for Top Ranks
Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Quick Fact
Most common type is esophageal atresia with distal fistula (Type C).
Complete Coverage
Classification
Type A: blind pouch
Type C: proximal atresia, distal fistula (85 %)
Type H: pure fistula without atresia
Clinical Presentation
Polyhydramnios antenatally, choking/coughing with feeds, excessive salivation
Diagnostics
Inability to pass NG tube, contrast study shows pouch
Surgical Management
Primary repair or staged procedure
Nursing Priorities
Positioning to prevent aspiration, suctioning
High-yield fact for exams
Choking on first feed = classic sign.
Normal Respiratory Rate
Quick Fact
Newborn respiratory rate 30–60 breaths/min.
Complete Coverage
Age-Wise Ranges
- Newborn: 30–60
- Infant: 30–50
- Toddler: 25–40
- School age: 20–30
- Adolescent: 12–20
Assessment Tips
Count for full minute in sleeping child
High-yield fact for exams
Tachypnea >60 in newborn indicates distress.
Primary Apnea
Quick Fact
Primary apnea responds to stimulation.
Complete Coverage
Neonatal Apnea Types
Primary: brief cessation after birth, responds to stimulation
Secondary: requires PPV if prolonged
Pathophysiology
Initial response to cord clamping hypoxia
Management
Dry, warm, stimulate – progresses to PPV if needed
High-yield fact for exams
Primary apnea resolves with tactile stimulation.
Croup Syndrome
Quick Fact
Croup features barking cough and stridor.
Complete Coverage
Etiology
Parainfluenza virus (viral laryngotracheobronchitis)
Clinical Signs
Barking cough, inspiratory stridor, hoarseness, fever
Severity Assessment
Westley score
Management
Racemic epinephrine, dexamethasone, cool mist
High-yield fact for exams
Steeple sign on X-ray.
Asthma
Quick Fact
Asthma is reversible airway obstruction.
Complete Coverage
Pathophysiology
Bronchospasm, inflammation, mucus plugging
Triggers
Allergens, exercise, cold air
Management
Short-acting beta-agonist (salbutamol), inhaled corticosteroids
Status Asthmaticus
Life-threatening, requires hospitalization
High-yield fact for exams
Peak flow monitoring for control.
Pulmonary Atelectasis
Quick Fact
Atelectasis is lung collapse.
Complete Coverage
Types
Absorption (obstruction), compression (pleural effusion)
Lobar Involvement
Right middle lobe common post-surgery
Signs
Decreased breath sounds, dull percussion
Management
Incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy
High-yield fact for exams
Post-operative complication prevention key.
Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
Quick Fact
BPD affects preterm infants on prolonged ventilation.
Complete Coverage
Pathophysiology
Oxygen toxicity + barotrauma → chronic lung disease
Clinical
Oxygen dependence beyond 36 weeks corrected age
Management
Diuretics, bronchodilators, nutrition
High-yield fact for exams
Definition includes oxygen need at 36 weeks.
Top Searched Questions for Nursing Officer Exam 2026
Q: Barking cough disease? → Croup syndrome
Q: Tracheoesophageal fistula common type? → Type C (distal fistula)
Q: Newborn normal RR? → 30–60/min
Q: Steeple sign X-ray? → Croup
Q: BPD definition? → Oxygen need at 36 weeks
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