ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
Bronchodilator response to an inhaled B-agonist (e.g., albuterol) is greater in asthmatic patients than in non-asthmatic persons. The rate of improvement in FEV1 consistent with asthma is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An improvement in FEV1 of more than 15% after bronchodilator administration is a strong indicator of asthma.
Question 2 of 5
Important causes of wheezing in infancy include all of the following except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypocalcemia is not a common cause of wheezing in infancy. Bronchiolitis, asthma, and gastroesophageal reflux are frequent causes due to airway inflammation, hyperreactivity, and aspiration of gastric contents.
Question 3 of 5
When a 7-year-old child fails to cooperate with care in the hospital, one should suspect
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Negativism, or oppositional behavior, is common in younger children due to developmental stages or frustration. Immaturity or fearfulness might also play a role, but negativism best fits the context.
Question 4 of 5
The incidence of all the following are increased in large for gestational age newborn EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Developmental retardation is not typically associated with large for gestational age newborns. The other conditions are more common due to the challenges of managing larger infants.
Question 5 of 5
The following are true regarding respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Symptoms of RDS typically peak within 24-48 hours, not 7 days. The other statements are true regarding RDS.