ATI LPN
Pediatric Nursing Practice Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The greatest risk factor for NEC is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prematurity is the greatest NEC risk factor, due to immature gut (AAP). A, C, E contribute, B is protective.
Question 2 of 5
The most therapeutic play for a 5-year-old hospitalized child is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drawing/painting B allows emotional expression, per document p21, .
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should monitor a newborn with jaundice for
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All D assess jaundice, per document p60, 6.
Question 4 of 5
A 1-month-old infant presents with cyanosis and poor feeding. Echocardiogram shows tricuspid atresia. The next step is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prostaglandin E1 stabilizes tricuspid atresia by maintaining ductal flow, per AHA. A, C-E follow stabilization.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is educating the parents of a child diagnosed with C. diff to proper precautions for infection control. Which statement by the parents indicated to the nurse that more education is needed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: C. difficile requires contact precautions (A, B, C are correct). However, hand sanitizer is ineffective against C. diff spores; soap and water handwashing is required, indicating a need for further education.