ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
Matching: Anesthesia drugs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Succinylcholine is associated with malignant hyperthermia, a life-threatening reaction with symptoms such as muscle rigidity and high fever.
Question 2 of 5
Which is not a common cause of insect sting anaphylaxis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mosquitoes are not a common cause of insect sting anaphylaxis, unlike honeybees, yellow jackets, wasps, and fire ants.
Question 3 of 5
Matching: Anesthesia drugs
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Succinylcholine is associated with malignant hyperthermia, a life-threatening reaction with symptoms such as muscle rigidity and high fever.
Question 4 of 5
A TRUE indication of venom immunotherapy in a six-year-old boy is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Venom immunotherapy is recommended for patients with a history of systemic reactions and a positive skin test, as it reduces the risk of future anaphylaxis.
Question 5 of 5
Characteristics of hypertonic dehydration include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In hypertonic dehydration, relative intravascular volume preservation delays shock onset despite severe dehydration.