ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 6-year-old boy with hereditary spherocytosis developed transient aplastic crisis following a recent viral infection. The most probable incriminated viral infection is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Parvovirus B19 infection leads to transient aplastic crisis in hereditary spherocytosis by temporarily suppressing erythropoiesis.
Question 2 of 5
In hereditary spherocytosis, one of the following is false:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hereditary spherocytosis is typically autosomal dominant, not recessive, and is diagnosed via osmotic fragility testing.
Question 3 of 5
In ITP, platelet transfusion is indicated if platelet count is less than:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), platelet transfusion is usually reserved for counts <10,000/mm3 or when significant bleeding occurs, as most cases are self-limited.
Question 4 of 5
What information should the nurse give a mother regarding the introduction of solid foods during infancy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. When introducing solid foods to infants, it is important to introduce one food item at a time, with intervals of 4 to 7 days between each new food. This allows for the identification of any potential food allergies or intolerances. It is important to proceed gradually and monitor for any adverse reactions.
Question 5 of 5
One of the following is FAISE regarding intrapartum antibiotics
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intrapartum antibiotics are effective in reducing early-onset GBS disease but have no effect on late-onset GBS disease, which is influenced by postnatal factors.