ATI RN
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
All the following are controlled modes of mechanical ventilation EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pressure support ventilation (PSV) is a spontaneous mode of ventilation, where the patient initiates the breaths, and the ventilator provides support. The other options are controlled or synchronized modes.
Question 2 of 5
In pediatric basic life support, chest compression should be done with
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chest compressions in pediatric basic life support should be delivered with extended elbows for effective force generation.
Question 3 of 5
Youth violence is a problem in urban, suburban, and rural communities and affects children across race and gender. Which subset of children who has more severe violence behavior that continues into adulthood?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adolescents with severe violence behavior are more likely to continue such patterns into adulthood due to entrenched antisocial tendencies.
Question 4 of 5
Of the following, the skin manifestation that is MOST suggestive of SLE in children is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Malar rash is highly specific for SLE.
Question 5 of 5
A neonate with an omphalocele is at increased risk for which associated condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Omphalocele is a midline abdominal wall defect often associated with congenital heart defects and chromosomal abnormalities such as trisomy 13, 18, and 21. It requires surgical repair and careful monitoring.