ATI LPN
Pediatric Nursing Practice Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 1-year-old boy presents with recurrent ear infections and hearing loss. Tympanometry shows flat curves. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Otitis media with effusion causes flat tympanometry and hearing loss post-infections, per AAP. A, C-E have distinct findings.
Question 2 of 5
A 3-year-old boy presents with fever and a vesicular rash on the trunk. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chickenpox presents with fever and vesicular rash, per CDC. A, C-E have different rashes.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A 3-year-old boy presents with fever and a limp. Hip x-ray shows joint space widening. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Septic arthritis features fever, limp, and joint widening, per AAP. A, C-E differ in acuity.
Question 5 of 5
A 2-year-old boy presents with a limp and knee swelling. Labs show elevated ESR. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: JIA features limp and elevated ESR, per ACR. A, B, D, E differ.