ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 5-year-old patient with near drowning in icy water presents with fixed dilated pupils and deep coma. He is apneic and pulseless with a temperature of 25°C. The most appropriate approach to his care is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Immediate CPR and rewarming are critical in near-drowning cases, especially in hypothermic patients, as they may still be viable.
Question 2 of 5
What is the primary cause of osteoarthritis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Osteoarthritis is primarily caused by the wear and tear of cartilage over time, leading to joint degeneration.
Question 3 of 5
All of the following are true about scald burns EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: While scald burns can cause significant injury, they are not necessarily lethal, making this statement incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
During cardiopulmonary resuscitation of an infant, how should chest compressions be performed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For infants, two-finger compressions are recommended for single-rescuer CPR, while the two-thumb technique is used for two-rescuer CPR to ensure effective compression depth.
Question 5 of 5
Methylxanthines for the treatment of broncho-pulmonary dysplasia (BPD) have the following effects EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Methylxanthines decrease pulmonary vascular resistance, not increase it. The other options are therapeutic effects of methylxanthines.