ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
All the following are manifestations of early shock in an infant Except:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypotension is a late sign of shock, while early signs include tachycardia and vasoconstriction.
Question 2 of 5
Enuresis is defined as
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Enuresis is clinically defined as involuntary urination at least twice weekly for three consecutive months in children aged 5 or older.
Question 3 of 5
For an 18-month-old child with breath-holding spells, which advice is NOT true?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Interfering early might reinforce the behavior. Calm observation without immediate intervention helps prevent reinforcement and allows natural resolution.
Question 4 of 5
One of the following drug-induced allergic claims is not included as an indictment of allopurinol
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pulmonary fibrosis is not commonly associated with allopurinol, whereas severe skin reactions like SJS and TEN are known side effects.
Question 5 of 5
Acute ingestion of inorganic mercury salts (typically secondary to ingestion of a button battery) can manifest in a few hours as
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Corrosive gastroenteritis results from the direct toxic effects of mercury salts on the gastrointestinal lining.