ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
A term newborn with dysmorphic features, pleural effusions, and juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia is most likely to have which underlying condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Noonan syndrome is associated with dysmorphic features, congenital pleural effusions, and an increased risk of juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A single umbilical artery in a newborn infant increases the risk for
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A single umbilical artery is associated with an increased risk of occult renal anomalies, as it may indicate underlying developmental abnormalities in the urinary system.
Question 4 of 5
In mechanical ventilation, giving adequate PEEP can mainly reduce:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) helps maintain alveolar expansion, reducing barotrauma (damage due to high pressures in the lungs) during mechanical ventilation.
Question 5 of 5
One of the following is an aggravating factor for asthma
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gastroesophageal reflux can exacerbate asthma symptoms by triggering bronchoconstriction and airway inflammation.