ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Among histological subtypes of classic Hodgkin disease, the most common one in children is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mixed cellularity Hodgkin lymphoma is the most common subtype in children and is associated with Epstein-Barr virus. It presents with widespread lymphadenopathy and systemic symptoms. Nodular sclerosis is more common in adolescents and young adults.
Question 2 of 5
Total body sodium depletion is a feature of which of the following:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dilute artificial formula can cause total body sodium depletion, leading to hyponatremia due to excessive water intake without adequate sodium replacement.
Question 3 of 5
Fixed drug eruption can be caused by
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NSAIDs are common causes of fixed drug eruptions, which present as recurring skin lesions at the same site.
Question 4 of 5
The drug contraindicated in children with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Digitalis (digoxin) is contraindicated in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy as it can increase left ventricular outflow obstruction.
Question 5 of 5
The commonest cause of non-thrombocytopenic purpura in children is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anaphylactoid purpura (Henoch-Schanlein purpura) is the most common cause of non-thrombocytopenic purpura in children, characterized by a small-vessel vasculitis leading to purpuric rash, arthritis, and renal involvement.