ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
In mechanical ventilation, giving adequate PEEP can mainly reduce:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) helps maintain alveolar expansion, reducing barotrauma (damage due to high pressures in the lungs) during mechanical ventilation.
Question 2 of 5
Of the following, the MOST appropriate initial therapy for a 12-year-old female adolescent with mild arthritis and a faint malar rash is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hydroxychloroquine is often used as first-line therapy for mild SLE.
Question 3 of 5
In drowning, what is the most urgent immediate line of management at the scene?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rescue breathing should be prioritized in drowning cases to restore oxygenation before considering other interventions.
Question 4 of 5
Causes of hormonal rhinitis include all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exercise does not contribute to hormonal rhinitis, which is typically associated with hormonal imbalances from conditions such as pregnancy, thyroid dysfunction, or systemic diseases.
Question 5 of 5
All the following are true about truancy EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Truancy is not considered normal behavior in young children and may indicate underlying issues.