ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 5-year-old girl with altered mental status and CSF findings of high WBCs (80% neutrophils), low sugar, and high protein likely has:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bacterial meningitis presents with neutrophilic pleocytosis, low glucose, high protein, and positive Gram stain, requiring urgent antibiotic therapy.
Question 2 of 5
A 5 -g infant underwent extensive intestinal resection for severe necrotizing enterocolitis on the th day of life In the second month of life, the child gradually manifested edema; an erythematous rash on the distal extremities, mouth, and perineal region; and alopecia The most appropriate therapy for this patient is to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Zinc deficiency can cause edema, rash, and alopecia Supplementing zinc is the most appropriate therapy
Question 3 of 5
Of the following, the drug that is MOST likely associated with drug-induced lupus is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Isoniazid is well-known for inducing lupus-like syndromes.
Question 4 of 5
Panic disorder is usually associated with some psychiatric comorbidities; however, there is a high incidence of panic attacks with some medical conditions. Of the following, the medical condition that is associated with a high incidence of panic attacks is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asthma is associated with panic attacks due to the sensation of breathlessness, which can trigger anxiety.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a feature of early (compensated) shock?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tachycardia is the earliest sign of compensated shock as the body attempts to maintain perfusion.