ATI RN
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The best 'rescue' medication in the treatment of acute asthma symptoms is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inhaled short-acting beta-agonists (SABAs) are the preferred rescue medication for acute asthma symptoms, as they provide rapid relief by relaxing airway muscles.
Question 2 of 5
A 6-year-old boy with basal ejection systolic murmur, systolic click, and evidence of right ventricular apex in plain CXR is suspected to have which congenital heart disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pulmonary stenosis presents with an ejection systolic murmur, systolic click, and right ventricular hypertrophy on X-ray.
Question 3 of 5
Nasal congestion of rhinitis is usually relieved by
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pseudoephedrine is a nasal decongestant that relieves congestion by vasoconstriction.
Question 4 of 5
All the following are controlled modes of mechanical ventilation EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pressure support ventilation (PSV) is a spontaneous mode of ventilation, where the patient initiates the breaths, and the ventilator provides support. The other options are controlled or synchronized modes.
Question 5 of 5
What is the average lifespan of normal human platelets in circulation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Platelets typically survive for about 10 days before being removed by the spleen.