ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
11. Symmetric arthritis of involved number of joints over time is characterized by aggressive manifestation that is almost exclusively occurs in RF-positive polyarthritis. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of RF-positive polyarthritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Extensor surface nodules are more typical in adult rheumatoid arthritis.
Question 2 of 5
The following are true regarding respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Symptoms of RDS typically peak within 24-48 hours, not 7 days. The other statements are true regarding RDS.
Question 3 of 5
Food allergy reactions result from immune responses to glycoproteins. In older children and adults, the most common allergen is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Peanuts are the most common cause of food allergy reactions in older children and adults.
Question 4 of 5
A mother of a well 2-year-old girl with thumb-sucking behavior is worried that the behavior may continue or cause dental problems. Of the following, the BEST response is to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thumb-sucking is generally benign until around age 5, after which interventions might be considered if it persists.
Question 5 of 5
Gaucher disease occurs due to enzyme deficiency of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gaucher disease is caused by a deficiency of glucocerebrosidase, leading to the accumulation of glucocerebroside in lysosomes of macrophages.