ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
It is estimated that lead-poisoned children are identified by screening procedures rather than through clinical recognition of lead-related symptoms in
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lead poisoning is often asymptomatic and detected through screening rather than clinical symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
The predominant cause of low-birthweight births in America is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prematurity is the leading cause of low birthweight in the United States
Question 3 of 5
Which advice about frequent lying behavior in a 3-year-old is NOT true?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent lying in young children is often exploratory and tied to developmental stages like magical thinking. However, it does not necessarily indicate a strong potential for future deceptive behavior.
Question 4 of 5
All the following can cause metabolic acidosis with high anion gap Except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Renal tubular acidosis is associated with normal anion gap metabolic acidosis, unlike conditions like diabetic ketoacidosis and renal failure.
Question 5 of 5
All the following should raise the suspicion of autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pediatrician concern alone is not sufficient to raise suspicion without corroborating evidence from caregivers or parents.