ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Approaching to a child with failure to thrive based on signs and symptoms. Of the following, the MOST common cause behind a child has spitting, vomiting, and food refusal is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gastroesophageal reflux is the most common cause of spitting, vomiting, and food refusal in infants and young children. Other conditions are less frequent and typically present with additional specific symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) may be inherited. Other factors such as infection may account for small percentage of childhood-onset OCD. Which of the following infections may account for childhood-onset OCD?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections are linked to pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders (PANDAS), which can trigger OCD.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement about urethritis is NOT true?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Noninfectious causes of urethritis do not typically involve trauma or foreign bodies; they more often relate to chemical irritants.
Question 4 of 5
All the following are recognized stereotypic movements EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Self-biting is not typically classified as a stereotypic movement but rather as a self-injurious behavior.
Question 5 of 5
Shock associated with increased central venous pressure includes:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardiogenic shock leads to elevated central venous pressure due to poor cardiac output and venous congestion, unlike hypovolemic or distributive shock.