ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the role of TNF inhibitors in rheumatoid arthritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: TNF inhibitors reduce inflammation, suppress the immune response, and improve joint mobility in rheumatoid arthritis.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is interviewing the father of 10-month-old Megan. She is playing on the floor when she notices an electric outlet and reaches up to touch it. Her father says no firmly and removes her from near the outlet. The nurse should use this opportunity to teach the father that Megan:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: By age 10 months, children are able to associate meaning with words. In this scenario, Megan is old enough to understand the word "no" and the father's use of verbal and physical cues to alert her to dangerous situations is appropriate and effective.
Question 3 of 5
All the following are recognized in autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Truancy is not a recognized feature of ASD.
Question 4 of 5
The maintenance fluid requirement for a 25 kg child per day is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Maintenance fluid calculation follows the Holliday-Segar formula: 100 mL/kg for first 10 kg, 50 mL/kg for next 10 kg, and 20 mL/kg for additional weight. For a 25 kg child: 1600 mL/day.
Question 5 of 5
The patient in Question was also treated with the endotracheal instillation of exogenous surfactant This is likely to be beneficial by (may choose more than one)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Surfactant improves lung compliance and reduces alveolar collapse, lowering the risk of pneumothorax.