ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
Intracranial calcification may be a feature of one of the following transplacental infections
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rubella is strongly associated with intracranial calcifications in affected infants. Other infections like cytomegalovirus and syphilis may also cause calcifications but are less characteristic.
Question 2 of 5
What is the most appropriate referral for a 13-year-old adolescent with fatigue, low blood pressure, and hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Given the severity of symptoms like hypokalemia and low blood pressure, immediate referral to the hospital for comprehensive investigations is necessary before considering psychiatric or dietary interventions.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A 15-year-old with a history of seasonal hay fever now also has itchy eyes, profuse tearing, and reddened and edematous conjunctivae... Which treatment option is effective for the ocular symptoms?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed treatments are effective for managing ocular allergy symptoms, depending on severity.
Question 5 of 5
A mother tells the nurse that she does not want her infant immunized because of the discomfort associated with injections. The nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Several topical anesthetic agents can be used to minimize the discomfort associated with immunization injections.