ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
A normal platelet count with prolonged bleeding time is seen in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Von Willebrand disease (VWD) involves defective platelet adhesion due to deficient vWF, causing prolonged bleeding time despite normal platelet count.
Question 2 of 5
Consequences of arterial hypoxemia secondary to Tetralogy of Fallot include all the following Except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pulmonary hypertension is not a typical consequence of TOF, as the main issue is decreased pulmonary blood flow rather than increased pulmonary pressures.
Question 3 of 5
Important causes of wheezing in infancy include all of the following except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypocalcemia is not a common cause of wheezing in infancy. Bronchiolitis, asthma, and gastroesophageal reflux are frequent causes due to airway inflammation, hyperreactivity, and aspiration of gastric contents.
Question 4 of 5
A 10-year-old child with a history of asthma presents to your office sleepy, with a respiratory rate of 40, marked intercostal retractions, and few wheezes. Of the following, which is the best mode of transport to the local emergency department, which is 10 minutes away?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An ALS ambulance is needed due to the child's respiratory distress, which requires advanced airway management and potential medication administration.
Question 5 of 5
A normal platelet count with prolonged bleeding time is seen in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Von Willebrand disease (VWD) involves defective platelet adhesion due to deficient vWF, causing prolonged bleeding time despite normal platelet count.