ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
Initial treatment of rheumatic fever with severe carditis and congestive heart failure includes all of the following Except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aspirin is used primarily for arthritis in RF but is not a first-line treatment for severe carditis with CHF.
Question 2 of 5
The percentage of childhood asthma cases that persist into adulthood is approximately
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Approximately 30-50% of childhood asthma cases persist into adulthood, depending on factors such as severity, atopy, and environmental exposures.
Question 3 of 5
The absence of dermal symptoms does not exclude anaphylaxis, because patients who present with cutaneous symptoms (urticaria, angioedema, flushing, warmth) are
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Approximately 90% of anaphylaxis cases present with cutaneous symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
Total body sodium depletion is a feature of which of the following:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dilute artificial formula can lead to hyponatremia and total body sodium depletion, whereas SIADH causes water retention rather than true sodium loss.
Question 5 of 5
In neonates, apnea of prematurity is due to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Apnea of prematurity is caused by an immature central respiratory drive in preterm infants. It leads to intermittent pauses in breathing and can be managed with caffeine therapy and respiratory support if needed.