ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
A normal platelet count with prolonged bleeding time is seen in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Von Willebrand disease causes prolonged bleeding time despite normal platelet count due to defective platelet adhesion from a deficiency in von Willebrand factor.
Question 2 of 5
Children with typical features of innocent murmurs should be subjected to the following measures:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Innocent murmurs are benign and require no restriction of activity, antibiotic prophylaxis, or serial echocardiography unless symptoms suggest structural heart disease.
Question 3 of 5
Oligoarthritis predominantly affects the joints of the lower extremities rather than upper extremity joints. Which of the following joints is never a presenting sign of oligoarthritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Interphalangeal joints are rarely affected in oligoarticular JIA.
Question 4 of 5
Which disease can cause distributive shock?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Septic shock leads to distributive shock due to widespread vasodilation and capillary leakage.
Question 5 of 5
Pupillary responses and AVPU are alternatives to what test during a trauma code?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pupillary responses and AVPU (Alert, Voice, Pain, Unresponsive) are quick assessments used as alternatives to the Glasgow Coma Score in trauma situations.