ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Arsine gas is colorless, odorless, nonirritating, and highly toxic. Inhalation causes no immediate symptoms. After a latent period of 2-24 hr, exposed individuals experience
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Arsine gas causes massive hemolysis due to red blood cell destruction, leading to anemia and hemoglobinuria.
Question 2 of 5
Common skin and soft tissue manifestations of neonatal bacterial infections are
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Omphalitis (infection of the umbilical stump) is a common skin and soft tissue manifestation in neonates, often caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus.
Question 3 of 5
The best method for detection of allergens is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Skin tests are the most effective and commonly used method to detect specific allergens, offering high sensitivity and immediate results compared to blood tests.
Question 4 of 5
Exposure to smokeless tobacco increases the user's risk for
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Smokeless tobacco use is strongly linked to cancers of the oral cavity and esophagus.
Question 5 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.