ATI RN
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
High pH, low carbon dioxide, and normal bicarbonate best fit which of the following disorders?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Uncompensated respiratory alkalosis occurs when excessive breathing reduces CO2 levels, raising pH. Bicarbonate remains normal in the acute phase before renal compensation.
Question 2 of 5
Neonatal sepsis case fatality rate is highest for
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Candida albicans has the highest case fatality rate among neonatal sepsis pathogens due to its invasive nature and difficulty in treatment.
Question 3 of 5
A -week-old infant is brought to the emergency room in coma with retinal hemorrhages and severe pallor He was born at home and was first seen by a physician at days of age and placed on amoxicillin for otitis media His diet is breast milk Diagnostic tests should include all of the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lumbar puncture is contraindicated in cases of severe coagulopathy or intracranial hemorrhage, as it could worsen the condition
Question 4 of 5
The cut-off number of transfused blood units to start an iron chelating agent in chronic hemolytic anemia patients is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Patients with chronic hemolytic anemia receiving more than 8-10 transfusions require iron chelation to prevent iron overload complications.
Question 5 of 5
The MOST effective therapy for persistent allergic rhinitis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nasal corticosteroids, such as budesonide, are the most effective treatment for persistent allergic rhinitis, reducing inflammation and nasal symptoms more effectively than antihistamines or leukotriene inhibitors.