ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
All the following medical conditions can cause anxiety in a child EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Carbonated beverages are not directly linked to causing anxiety in children, unlike the other options.
Question 2 of 5
What is the percentage of HBsAg-positive infants who will develop chronic hepatitis or chronic carrier state
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Approximately 90% of infants infected with hepatitis B at birth become chronic carriers due to an immature immune response, leading to prolonged viral persistence.
Question 3 of 5
Older children with chronic atopic dermatitis have lichenification and a tendency to be localized to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lichenification due to chronic scratching commonly appears in the flexural areas.
Question 4 of 5
What is the most appropriate referral for a 13-year-old adolescent with fatigue, low blood pressure, and hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Given the severity of symptoms like hypokalemia and low blood pressure, immediate referral to the hospital for comprehensive investigations is necessary before considering psychiatric or dietary interventions.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a feature of early (compensated) shock:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tachycardia is an early compensatory mechanism in shock before hypotension or altered consciousness occurs.