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ATI Pediatrics Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 9
In fetal circulation, the pressure is greatest in the
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Right atrium B has the highest pressure in fetal circulation due to venous return, per document 3.
Question 2 of 9
A child with nephrotic syndrome requires
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All D manage nephrotic syndrome, per document p60, 3.
Question 3 of 9
When a parent asks the nurse to describe what is meant by a 'learning disability,' the nurse's most helpful response would be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A learning disability (B) involves challenges in perception, language, or comprehension despite normal intelligence. A describes ADHD, C implies low IQ, and D suggests injury, not typical. Document: 'Children with learning disabilities may have… difficulties in perception, language, comprehension.'
Question 4 of 9
Body mass index (BMI) should be calculated starting at age:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: BMI screening starts at age 2 , per AAP, as it aligns with standardized growth charts. Earlier ages (A, B) use weight-for-length, and later starts (D, E) delay assessment.
Question 5 of 9
A 3-year-old with a head injury should be monitored for
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All D assess head injury, per document p47, 0.
Question 6 of 9
A 2-year-old boy presents with fever and a vesicular rash in the mouth. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: HFMD features fever and oral vesicles, per CDC. A, B, D, E differ in distribution.
Question 7 of 9
A newborn appears with abdominal distension and bilious vomiting. Abdominal x-ray reveals a double bubble sign. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Duodenal atresia shows a double bubble sign with bilious vomiting, per AAP. A, C-E have different presentations.
Question 8 of 9
Vitamin B1 deficiency causes
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Beriberi A results from B1 deficiency, per document p14, 8.
Question 9 of 9
A 14-year-old boy appears with tall stature, long limbs, and a heart murmur. Echocardiogram reveals aortic root dilation. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Marfan syndrome fits tall stature, long limbs, and aortic dilation, per AAP (doc p151, Q606).