ATI RN
Pediatric Musculoskeletal Questions
Question 1 of 5
In treatment of hyperkalemia, which measure removes potassium from the body?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Loop diuretics (e.g., furosemide) remove potassium via urine, unlike the others which shift or stabilize it temporarily.
Question 2 of 5
The MOST important and severe complication of DDH is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Iatrogenic avascular necrosis, often from treatment, is the most severe complication due to its impact on hip function.
Question 3 of 5
Treatment of Leg-length discrepancy (LLD) is usually required if it is greater than
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: LLD >2 cm often requires intervention due to potential gait and spinal issues.
Question 4 of 5
Idiopathic scoliosis is characterized by all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Idiopathic scoliosis occurs in neurologically normal children; neurological defects suggest other types.
Question 5 of 5
A 16-year-old athlete male presented with burning pain, weakness, and numbness of right upper extremity after lateral flexion of the neck away from the involved upper extremity, the symptoms resolve after 10 minutes. Of the following, the MOST likely cause is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Brachial plexopathy (e.g., burner/stinger) is common in athletes and matches the transient neurological symptoms.