ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Methylxanthines for the treatment of broncho-pulmonary dysplasia (BPD) have the following effects EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Methylxanthines decrease pulmonary vascular resistance, not increase it. The other options are therapeutic effects of methylxanthines.
Question 2 of 5
Of the following, the MOST appropriate therapy for a child with a small solitary coronary artery aneurysm is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aspirin for 6 months is sufficient for small aneurysms.
Question 3 of 5
Encopresis means:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encopresis is the repeated, involuntary passage of stool in inappropriate places, often due to chronic constipation or psychological issues in children.
Question 4 of 5
The serum total bilirubin of the patient in Question is mg/dL with a direct of mg/dL The hematocrit is %, the reticulocyte count is 5, and the smear reveals poikilocytosis and anisocytosis The Coombs test result is negative The next step in the management of the child's condition is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Phototherapy is effective for unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia, which is present here
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a common feature of mixed connective tissue disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mixed connective tissue disease is characterized by Raynaud's phenomenon, joint pain, and lung involvement, making 'All of the above' the correct answer.