ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Following acute bronchiolitis, which virus is associated with the long-term complication of bronchiolitis obliterans?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adenovirus is the most common viral cause of post-bronchiolitis obliterans, a chronic lung disease following severe bronchiolitis.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following IS TRUE regarding Wilson's disease
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wilson's disease is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by defective copper excretion, leading to high urinary copper and low ceruloplasmin levels.
Question 3 of 5
A 12-month-old receives the MMR vaccine and suddenly develops flushing, tachycardia, and weak peripheral pulses. What is the likely explanation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Anaphylactic shock is a severe allergic reaction characterized by vasodilation, airway swelling, and circulatory collapse, requiring immediate epinephrine administration.
Question 4 of 5
The death of the infant described in Question 5 could have been prevented by which one of the following measures?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering vitamin K at birth prevents hemorrhagic disease of the newborn
Question 5 of 5
All the following are manifestations of early shock in an infant Except:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypotension is a late sign of shock in infants; early signs include tachycardia and irritability.