ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
A mother tells the nurse that she does not want her infant immunized because of the discomfort associated with injections. The nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Several topical anesthetic agents can be used to minimize the discomfort associated with immunization injections.
Question 2 of 5
Topical ophthalmic medications usually cause
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repeated exposure to ophthalmic medications can lead to contact allergy, characterized by redness, swelling, and itching.
Question 3 of 5
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are seen with equal prevalence among all racial and ethnic groups. Of the following, the disorder that is only prevalent in girls is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rett syndrome primarily affects girls, causing progressive neurological deterioration.
Question 4 of 5
In the emergency department, the patient may be discharged to home if there is symptomatic improvement, normal physical findings, PEF >70% of predicted or personal best, and oxygen saturation >92% in room air for 4 hr. Of the following, the MOST likely discharge medication used is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inhaled beta-agonists for symptom relief and a short course of oral corticosteroids to reduce inflammation are standard discharge medications for asthma exacerbations.
Question 5 of 5
In pediatric basic life support, the rescuer resuscitates the collapsed child by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Immediate activation of basic life support is crucial for increasing survival chances in pediatric emergencies.