ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
Chronic urticaria may be caused by
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chronic urticaria can be associated with autoimmune conditions like systemic lupus erythematosus due to immune dysregulation.
Question 2 of 5
A 6-year-old boy with hereditary spherocytosis developed transient aplastic crisis following a recent viral infection. The most probable incriminated viral infection is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Parvovirus B19 infects erythroid progenitor cells, temporarily halting erythropoiesis. In hereditary spherocytosis, this leads to severe anemia, as the lifespan of spherocytes is already reduced.
Question 3 of 5
Early sign of shock is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia is an early compensatory response in shock to maintain perfusion before blood pressure drops.
Question 4 of 5
The incorrect statement regarding corticosteroids in allergy is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The mechanism of action of corticosteroids is well understood; they suppress inflammation by inhibiting cytokine production and reducing immune cell activity. They also downregulate prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
Question 5 of 5
Retinal hemorrhages are an important marker of abusive head trauma (AHT). Whenever AHT is being considered, a dilated indirect eye examination by a pediatric ophthalmologist should be performed. All the following are characteristic of retinal hemorrhage caused by AHT EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Various sizes are characteristic of AHT-related retinal hemorrhages. Central involvement and multiple layers are also typical, whereas traumatic retinoschisis is not commonly seen in AHT.