ATI LPN
Pediatric Nursing Practice Questions Bank Questions
Question 1 of 9
For which patient scenario should the nurse activate the Rapid Response Team (RRT)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A grand mal seizure is a medical emergency requiring RRT due to airway and safety risks. IV , anxiety , and restraints are routine.
Question 2 of 9
A 2-year-old with otitis media should be monitored for
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All D are otitis media signs, per document p45, .
Question 3 of 9
A 1-month-old infant presents with cyanosis and poor feeding. Echocardiogram shows transposition of the great arteries. The next step is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Balloon atrial septostomy stabilizes transposition, per AHA. A-D are secondary.
Question 4 of 9
A mother of a 6-month-old asks what foods to introduce first. The answer is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Milled rice, cereal, mashed fruits B are appropriate first foods, per document p9, 8.
Question 5 of 9
Physiological jaundice usually occurs how long after birth?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 48 hours B is typical for physiologic jaundice, per document p13, 4.
Question 6 of 9
A 6-month-old with gastroenteritis should receive
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oral rehydration C is first-line, per document p59, 9.
Question 7 of 9
A 3-year-old girl presents with fever and a generalized rash. Exam shows posterior auricular lymphadenopathy. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rubella features rash and posterior auricular nodes, per CDC. A, C-E differ.
Question 8 of 9
A 3-year-old girl presents with stridor and a barking cough. Symptoms improve with cool mist. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Croup features barking cough and responds to cool mist, per AAP. A, C-E differ.
Question 9 of 9
The nurse planning a safety program for high school students should understand that most accidental deaths in adolescence are related to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Automobiles (C) are the leading cause of adolescent accidental death due to driving risks. Firearms (A), diving (B), and drowning (D) are less frequent. Document: 'The chief safety hazard for the adolescent is automobiles.'