ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 9
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 9
All the following can cause metabolic acidosis with a high anion gap Except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Renal tubular acidosis causes normal anion gap metabolic acidosis, not high anion gap metabolic acidosis.
Question 3 of 9
Which of the following drugs is contraindicated in patients with gout?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirin can exacerbate gout by altering uric acid excretion, making it contraindicated in these patients.
Question 4 of 9
Which of the following is a major Modified Duke infective endocarditis criterion
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Modified Duke criteria include positive blood cultures for typical organisms (such as Staph aureus) as a major diagnostic criterion for infective endocarditis.
Question 5 of 9
What is the primary treatment goal in managing Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The management of SLE involves reducing symptoms, preventing flares, and improving quality of life, making 'All of the above' the best choice.
Question 6 of 9
A 7 -g, 6-week’s-gestational-age white male is born after hours of premature rupture of the amniotic membranes The Apgar scores are and He immediately experiences respiratory distress and cyanosis requiring endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation with % oxygen Vital signs are temperature 7°C, heart rate 95, and mean blood pressure of mm Hg Laboratory tests reveal a white blood cell count of 5 and 59, platelets The next most appropriate treatment for this child is to administer
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Premature rupture of membranes increases the risk of infection Antibiotics are indicated to treat possible sepsis
Question 7 of 9
The MOST common physical urticaria is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dermatographism is the most frequent type of physical urticaria, occurring in response to skin pressure or scratching.
Question 8 of 9
All the following are characteristic features of separation anxiety disorder EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Separation anxiety disorder can occur in children above 8 years of age, though it is more common in younger children.
Question 9 of 9
The prominent creases under the lower eyelids in an atopic child are called
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dennie-Morgan folds are characteristic infraorbital creases seen in children with atopic dermatitis or allergic rhinitis.