ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
For an 18-month-old child with breath-holding spells, which advice is NOT true?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Interfering early might reinforce the behavior. Calm observation without immediate intervention helps prevent reinforcement and allows natural resolution.
Question 2 of 5
In pica disorder, which statement is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pica disorder involves eating non-food items like clay or dirt. While it can occur in younger children, it is not necessarily fatal and may co-occur with other conditions but is distinct.
Question 3 of 5
Juvenile localized scleroderma (LS) is generally insidious with skin manifestations that vary according to disease subtype. Up to 25% of children with LS have extracutaneous manifestations including arthritis and neurological symptoms. Of the following, the subtype that is MOST commonly associated with neurological manifestations is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: En coup de sabre is associated with neurological complications due to its location on the face and scalp.
Question 4 of 5
Major depression in children may be characterized by
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Major depression in children can have a genetic basis, may start before adolescence, and carries risks for future depressive episodes. Hallucinations are uncommon but possible.
Question 5 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.