ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Major cause of neonatal mortality in full-term newborn is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Congenital anomalies are the leading cause of neonatal mortality in full-term newborns, as they often result in severe structural or functional abnormalities that are incompatible with life.
Question 2 of 5
The combination of recurrent wheezing, abnormal stool & marked failure to thrive are suggestive of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cystic fibrosis presents with chronic respiratory symptoms, pancreatic insufficiency leading to malabsorption, and growth failure. It is caused by mutations in the CFTR gene leading to thick mucus production affecting multiple organ systems.
Question 3 of 5
Diagnosis of autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) depends partly but importantly on assessment of language. All the following may raise your concern regarding language development and may indicate ASD EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Absent single words by 16 months is not a standard criterion for concern compared to the other milestones listed.
Question 4 of 5
What is the procedure Look-Listen-Feel is used for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Look-Listen-Feel is a basic assessment method to determine if a patient is breathing before proceeding with further resuscitation steps.
Question 5 of 5
In Basic Life Support, immobilize the cervical spine:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cervical spine immobilization is crucial in cases of suspected spinal cord injury to prevent further neurological damage.