ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
Incubation period of hepatitis B virus (HBV)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hepatitis B has a long incubation period, ranging from 30 to 180 days, depending on viral load and host factors.
Question 2 of 5
Noncompliance may be due to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed options contribute to noncompliance. Misunderstanding, language barriers, unanswered questions, contrary advice, or reservations about the diagnosis can lead patients or caregivers to resist adherence.
Question 3 of 5
Which is an advantage of skin testing compared with RAST to determine specific IgE?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Skin testing is generally less expensive than RAST, making it a more cost-effective option.
Question 4 of 5
A 5-year-old girl was brought to the ED with altered mental status. Kernig and Brudzinski signs were present. CSF shows: WBCs 1500/ul (80% neutrophils), Sugar 20 mg/dl, Protein 400 mg/dl, Positive Gram stain. You would interpret the CSF as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bacterial meningitis presents with high WBCs (neutrophils), low glucose, and high protein in CSF. Gram stain confirms bacterial presence.
Question 5 of 5
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are seen with equal prevalence among all racial and ethnic groups. Of the following, the disorder that is only prevalent in girls is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rett syndrome primarily affects girls, causing progressive neurological deterioration.