ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Proctored Exam 2020 Questions
Question 1 of 5
All of the following conditions cause fetal bradycardia (heart rate less than 120 beats/minute) except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Local anesthetics don’t typically cause fetal bradycardia; A-D are known causes (ACOG).
Question 2 of 5
Most effective long-term therapy in patients with moderate persistent asthma is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inhaled steroids are the most effective long-term control for moderate persistent asthma, per GINA guidelines, reducing inflammation. A, B, D, E are less optimal alone.
Question 3 of 5
A newborn with a history of cystic fibrosis confirmed by sweat chloride test failed to pass meconium within the first 24 hours of life. The next step in management is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gastrografin enema is the initial treatment for meconium ileus in cystic fibrosis, per AAP, to relieve obstruction. A-C, E are less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A 2-month-old boy with a history of cystic fibrosis appears with vomiting and dehydration. Laboratory findings reveal sodium of 125 mEq/L and chloride of 80 mEq/L. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cystic fibrosis-related salt loss fits vomiting, dehydration, and hyponatremia, per CFF. A, B, D, E don’t match.
Question 5 of 5
A child with a history of cystic fibrosis appears with jaundice and pruritus. Laboratory findings reveal elevated bilirubin and alkaline phosphatase. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Biliary cirrhosis fits jaundice and lab findings in cystic fibrosis, per CFF. A, B, D, E are less likely.